Hurunui No. 3 Hut
Hurunui No. 3 Hut is a Standard hut, located at -42.701, 171.988. There are 16 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.Hurunui No. 3 Hut alert
Predator control for Arthur's Pass East
We plan to distribute non-toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter on 22-24 November, depending on the weather.
Arthur's Pass East will remain open. You are advised not to walk tracks on the days of the operation. Hawdon Shelter Campsite will be closed.
DOC will distribute toxic bait containing 1080 within a month of applying the non-toxic bait.
This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.
First published on 21 November 2025.We plan to distribute non-toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter on 22-24 November, depending on the weather.
Arthur's Pass East will remain open. You are advised not to walk tracks on the days of the operation. Hawdon Shelter Campsite will be closed.
DOC will distribute toxic bait containing 1080 within a month of applying the non-toxic bait.
This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.
First published on 21 November 2025.