Centennial Hut - Franz Josef Glacier, Westland National Park
Summary:
Named to mark the centennial of the Club (formed in1891), this alpine hut sits on a small outcrop of rock that protrudes from the Franz Josef névé. The vista of the sea lapping the west coast is spread below, and the peaks of the southern alps tower above.
Location:
POINT(170.23328304 -43.507725)
NZTopo50:
BX16 761 794
NZMS260 (old):
H35 860 410 Location description:
Tusk Rock, Franz Josef névé.
Facilities:
20 bunks with mattresses only, limited electric light, radio, water tank.
Access:
Air access to Davis Snowfield. Typically ground parties will come from either Almer Hut, Pioneer Hut, or Graham Saddle.
Fees:
Fees are payable to the Department of Conservation Mt Cook, or Westland, or to the NZAC National Office, PO Box 786, Christchurch 8140.
- Members $15 per night
- Non-members $30 per night
Bookings:
No bookings are possible. The hut is open all year round.
