Mitchell Everly · CC BY · Source: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai
DOC hut

Crawford Junction Hut

Kokatahi River - Whitcombe River area • West Coast

Basic/bivvies Hut6 bunksNon-bookable

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Forecast point: Carrington Hut (833m) · 17.5km away

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About
This is a basic six-bunk hut in the Hokitika area.
Facilities
  • Heating
  • Mattresses
  • Toilets - non-flush
  • Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
  • Water supply
About this hut
Fees and bookings

Fees

Free

Getting there

Tracks to this hut

Location

NZTopo50 map sheet: BV19
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1455931, N5242075

Know before you go

Bridge removed between Boo Boo and Crawford Junction Huts

The Twins three-wire bridge on the track between Boo Boo and Crawford Junction Huts has been removed. No alternative crossing is available.

Travel is possible on the true left of the Kokatahi River between Boo Boo and Crawford Junction Huts.

Stay safe when crossing rivers and streams

If you plan to cross unbridged rivers or side streams, know how to cross safely and be prepared for if you cannot cross.

Do not cross if the river or stream is flooded, you cannot find safe entry and exit points or are unsure it’s safe. Turn back or wait for the river to drop. If in doubt, stay out.

How to cross rivers safely

NIWA river flow forecasts: View a video of national followed by regional river flows

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Weather

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