Winchcombe Biv
Wairarapa
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Forecast point: Kime Hut (1400m) · 3.3km away
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- About
- This is a two-bunk bivvy in the Tararua Forest Park.
- Facilities
- Mattresses
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
- Water supply
About this hut
Winchcombe Biv is located on the bush line below Winchcombe Peak. It is on the Neill Winchcombe Circuit route, which links Cone Peak with Mt Hector.
The current Winchcombe Biv was built in 2021 by volunteers, using a grant from the Backcountry Trust. It is based on the ‘dogbox’ bivvy design, used by the New Zealand Forest Service through the 1950s, 60s and 70s.
Winchcombe Biv is owned by the Backcountry Trust and is maintained by volunteers, under a management agreement with DOC.
Information about Winchcombe Biv on Backcountry Trust website.
Fees and bookings
Getting there
Know before you go
There are only two bunks, so carry a backup tent if you plan to stay here.
Read the Neill Winchcombe Circuit track page for information about the route to this bivvy.
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Weather
Forecast at the hut