11 October 2026
Showers, becoming few and far between in the afternoon, then clearing to fine in the evening.
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Upper Travers Hut
This is a serviced 24-bunk hut in the Nelson Lakes area.
Hut category
Serviced
Capacity
24 bunks
Booking
Required
Alerts for Upper Travers 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 11 Oct 2026, 7:33 am
12 October 2026
Fine, but becoming overcast in the evening.
13 October 2026
Showers.
14 October 2026
Showers turning to heavy rain. Snow lowering to 1700 metres.
15 October 2026
Showers.
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About Upper Travers Hut
This is a serviced 24-bunk hut in the Nelson Lakes area.
Essential preparation for Upper Travers Hut
Upper Travers Hut is a well insulated hut, with double-glazed windows. It was built in 2004 as a r eplacement for the old Upper Travers Hut which stood in an avalanche path. It has 24 mattresses in two bunkrooms. In the main living are is a fire place, but no firewood is supplied from May to September, so you'll need to ga ther dead wood from surrounding bush. Do not fell or break branches off live trees. There are 2 indoor sinks with cold tap water. There are two long drops a short distance from the hut. Bookings are required.
Facilities at Upper Travers Hut
- Heating
- Mattresses
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
Walking tracks near Upper Travers Hut
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Availability, fees, facilities, water and access can change. Confirm the latest hut information and alerts, carry suitable equipment, and be prepared for the hut to be full.