Slaughterburn Hut
Fiordland National Park • Fiordland
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Forecast point: Okaka Lodge (978m) · 19.2km away
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- About
- This is a basic 6-bunk hut located near the Waitutu River.
- Facilities
- Heating
- Mattresses
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
- Water supply
About this hut
Facilities and services
This hut is supplied with mattresses, wood and coal burner for heating, toilet, water tank, table and seating for 6 people, bench, candle holders, coat hangers, verandah, wood-shed.
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
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: C46
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1142165, N4867464
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
Prevent the spread of didymo
Didymo is present in Lake Monowai but is not currently in Lake Hauroko, the Wairaurahiri River, Waitutu River or Lake Poteriteri.
Visitors should take precautions to prevent the spread of didymo when swimming/fishing/boating/packrafting/kayaking.
Do not take water from these areas.
More information about preventing the spread of freshwater pests in Fiordland National Park.
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Weather
Forecast at the hut