Murchison Hut - Murchison Glacier, Mt Cook National Park
Summary:
A wonderful remote alpine hut perfect for the adventurous and fit to get off the beaten track. From this perch above the Murchison Glacier ski touring opportunities abound.
Location:
POINT(170.39400101 -43.51843129)
NZTopo50:
BX16 894 783
NZMS260 (old):
I36 994 399 Location description:
2,100m NE spur Mt Cooper overlooking Murchison Glacier, Mount Cook National Park.
Facilities:
10 bunks, radio, water tank. You need to be self-sufficient with cooking utensils/gas, etc.
Access:
Tasman Saddle - Murchison névé. Murchison Valley via Steffan Hut. Lower Godley: N Rutherford Stream - Armadillo Saddle - Harper Gl - Murchison Gl. Upper Godley: Classen Saddle - Murchison Glacier.
Fees:
- Members $10 per night
- Non-members $20 per night
Hut fees payable to Department of Conservation, Mt Cook.
Bookings:
No bookings are possible. The hut is open all year round.
