Mathias Hut
Rangitata and Rakaia Rivers area • Canterbury
Alerts
Check the DOC website for current alerts and conditions before you go. This site gets current alert info from DOC, but is not an official source of information.
- About
- This is a basic four-bunk hut in the Mid and South Canterbury area.
- Facilities
- Heating
- Mattresses
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
- Water supply
About this hut
New Zealand Deerstalkers' Association hut.
Fees and bookings
Fees
This hut is owned by the NZDA Rakaia branch. To support its maintenance, donate $10 per person per night. Leave the donation in the honesty box in the hut or contact the branch via email: nzdarakaia@gmail.com.
Getting there
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
NZTopo50 map sheet: BW19
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1448162, N5216710
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
Nearby
Weather
Forecast at the hut