10 October 2026
Cloud about the tops and a few showers, becoming frequent at night.
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Cupola Hut
This is a standard 8-bunk hut in the Nelson Lakes area.
Hut category
Standard
Capacity
8 bunks
Booking
Not required
Alerts for Cupola Hut
Damaged foot-bridge south of Cascade Track
The small foot-bridge just south of Hukere Stream/Cascade Track is damaged. It is possible to cross the stream – however this may become uncrossable during periods of rain. Caution is required. Map of foot-bridge location (PDF, 41K). There is a plan for a new foot-bridge to be installed. This alert will be removed once work is completed. First published on 8 July 2026. Last reviewed on 11 September 2026.
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Nelson Lakes National Park forecast
Issued 10 Oct 2026, 9:23 pm
11 October 2026
Showers, becoming few and far between in the afternoon, then clearing to fine in the evening.
12 October 2026
Fine, but becoming overcast in the evening.
13 October 2026
Showers.
14 October 2026
Rain, with heavy falls.
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About Cupola Hut
This is a standard 8-bunk hut in the Nelson Lakes area.
Facilities at Cupola Hut
- Heating
- Mattresses
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
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