Leon Kinvig Hut

About this hut

Leon Kinvig Hut was refurbished by the Back Country Trust in 2024, after it was swept off its piles during Cyclone Gabrielle. The hut was still in good structural condition, so the Back Country Trust (BCT) stepped in to save it.

It was moved to a more robust location 600 m downstream. Renovations included new foundations, installation of a post and beam, new windows, new cladding and internal wall lining, a new deck and verandah, a new colour scheme and a new woodshed and toilet. The work was completed over several trips between April 2024 and June 2025. Thanks very much to the BCT team.

Facilities

• Water source - river
• Heating source - woodburner
• Bunks - platform

Note that sometimes rain comes down the chimney.

Facilities

Heating, Mattresses, Toilets - non-flush, Water from stream, Water supply

Fees and bookings

Fees

• Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
• Youth (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
• Child/Infant (0–4 years): free

Before you go, buy Hut Tickets for each night's stay. Put these in the honesty box at the hut. Or buy a Backcountry Hut Pass that gives unlimited use at most Standard and Serviced huts for a 12 month period.