French Ridge Hut

About this hut

French Ridge Hut is located near the end of the tussock, just below the snow line. It has excellent views across Gloomy Gorge to Rob Roy and the west face of Avalanche. To the north-west the view sweeps around Hector Col, Mts Barff, Liverpool, Cascade Saddle and beyond. 

It is an ovenight stop for ascents of Mount Aspiring. 

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You'll need to take:

• sleeping bag
• stove and fuel
• pots/pans and utensils
• toilet paper
• rubbish bag (to pack out all rubbish, including food scraps)
• torch.

Facilities

Mattresses, Lighting, Toilets - non-flush, Water from tap - not treated, boil before use, Water supply

Fees and bookings

Fees

• Adult non-members (18+ years): $30
• New Zealand Alpine Club member: $20
• Youth non-members (11–17 years): $15
• Child/Infant (0–10 years): free

Backcountry Hut Passes and Backcountry Hut Tickets cannot be used at this hut. 

Bookings

Pay when you book online. Bookings are required all year.

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Bookings are open for stays up to 30 June 2027.

• If no availability shows online for your dates, the hut is fully booked.
• No spaces are kept for visitors arriving without a booking.
• Phone and in‑person bookings made at a visitor centre incur a $10 service fee.
• Same‑day bookings are available online until 8 pm if spaces remain.

A $10 service fee applies to all phone, email and in-person bookings. New Zealand Alpine Club (NZAC) members applying for their discount will not be charged this fee.

Trails

French Ridge Hut can be accessed on the trail French Ridge hut from our trail directory.