• the new hut is real swish | Morgans Hut, Nelson Lakes National Park
  • enough bench space inside | Morgans Hut, Nelson Lakes National Park
  • typical twin sleeping levels of recent DOC huts | Morgans Hut, Nelson Lakes National Park

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Morgans Hut | Nelson Lakes National Park

One of the recent breeds of DOC huts, Morgans Hut, replaces the earlier National Park structure that was in serious danger of removal by flood.

Big double-glazed windows, insulation, rodent-proof, large verandah, etc, and due to the distance from the river, a large water tank. Most people will appreciate the additional comfort.

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Hut Name
category standard hut
hut fee
  • Adult (18+ years): $15.00 per night
  • Youth (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
  • Child/Infant (0–4 years): free

Before you go, buy 1 Standard Hut Ticket (blue for adults, red for youth) for each night of your stay. Put this in the honesty box at the hut. A Backcountry Hut Pass is also valid year-round.

booking not required all year for either hut or camping
campsite fee free to camp
elevation 545 m
bunks 10 mattresses, on two sleeping platforms
built 2002
heating woodburner
water tap above sink from rainwater tank
toilet longdrop
other facilities woodshed