Bob's Camp Bivouac

Bob's Camp Bivouac is a basic two-bunk backcountry hut in the Mount Thomas Forest Conservation Area near the North Canterbury / Arthur’s Pass area, run by the Department of Conservation. It’s a good option for small groups wanting a simple overnight base rather than a serviced lodge: the hut sleeps up to 2 people, with no drinking water provided, and it has mattress bedding but no fireplace.

Use is free and no bookings are required; it’s first come, first served. Toilets are provided in the form of a pit latrine. Tracks to this hut take about 5 hours one way, with an expert-level difficulty rating.

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