Jervois Hut
St James Conservation Area • Canterbury
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Forecast point: Christopher Hut (803m) · 14.2km away
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- About
- This is a basic three bunk hut in the St James Conservation Area.
- Facilities
- Water from stream
- Water supply
About this hut
Facilities
Canvas bunks.
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
If you're using a 4WD:
- Follow the formed 4WD track past Scotties Hut.
- Cross the Edwards river just down from the Edwards swingbridge
- Carry on up over Charlies Saddle until the "no vehicles beyond this point".
- From here you must walk to Jervois Hut. This will take around 2.5 hours. There's no marked route so you'll need to navigate your way to it.
High lift 4WDs recommended only.
Gate codes change every month between October and May. The track is closed during winter.
How to get a St James Conservation Area gate code.
This is a backcountry hut with no DOC track access. You will need to plan your route and navigate yourself, using aids like a map, compass and GPS. Learn navigation skills.
Location
Topo50 map sheet: BT23, E1565297, N5304014
Know before you go
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.
NIWA river flow forecasts: View a video of national followed by regional river flows
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Weather
Forecast at the hut