Canterbury
Trails, huts, and campsites in Canterbury
Active alerts10
- CriticalUpper Nina Bivvy closed
Upper Nina Bivvy is currently closed due to damage sustained during a flood event. It is still available for use as emergency shelter.
- CriticalJervios Hut fireplace closed
The fireplace at Jervios Hut is closed and can't be used.
- CriticalHooker Valley Road closure
Due to weather conditions the Hooker Valley Road is closed. Walking tracks are accessible from Aoraki/Mount Cook Village. Campers will be relocated to the Day Shelter in the village.
- CriticalNo access from Port Levy side
Western Valley Road is closed between the summit and Port Levy due to a large road dropout and two slips. This is a long term closure.
- CriticalLucretia Hut closed
The hut door is jammed and can't be opened, making the hut unusable.
- CriticalCopland Shelter closed
Copland Shelter is closed until further notice. It is unsafe due to unstable foundations and damage to the structure.
- CriticalVehicle access restriction to Port Levy Saddle car park
Western Valley Road is currently closed between the summit and Port Levy due to a large road dropout and 2 slips. This is a long term closure. Western Valley Road between the summit and Little River. Road works are also planned for 2 weeks starting 18 May. The road will be closed during the day on weekdays. The road may remain closed if it cannot be safely reopened each day. Access information: Vehicle access is only available to a point approximately halfway up Western Valley Road from Little River, where a temporary car park will be in place. Walkers may speak to staff at the closure to continue on foot to the summit. Allow an extra 4 km (approximately 1hr) on a steady uphill gradient.
- CriticalAnderson's Hut closed
Anderson's Hut is closed. This is a long term alert.
- CriticalBealey Spur Track upgrade work
Bealey Spur Track is open, but work may be taking place on boardwalk sections. Follow all signage and contractor instructions, and keep clear of machinery. The track may be temporarily closed at times for helicopter operations. The car park is partially closed, with very limited spaces available (around 5–10 parks).
- CriticalReduced facilities for winter for White Horse Hill Campsite and Tasman Valley
There are reduced facilities at White Horse Hill Campsite and Tasman Valley public facilities are closed for winter. This means there is no flushing toilets or water available. A pit toilet is available at White Horse Hill Campsite. Public facilities are available during winter at the DOC Visitor Centre during opening hours 8:30 am to 4:30 pm daily and at the public shelter (located in the village) 24 hours a day.