It’s a big climb to Mt Fell Hut, but worth it. Photo: Peter Laurenson

11 winter weekend getaways

July 2024

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Keen to head away for the night to a hut that’s both accessible and cosy? Words and images by Brian Dobbie, Sam Harrison, Peter Laurenson and Mark Watson

Ticked all the usual suspects and unsure where to go next? Wilderness asked our contributors for their top winter huts within a day’s walk. These are huts you can reach without having to rush. Some have soaring, snow-capped vistas, some offer native bush and birdsong. Huts beside rivers, huts with hot pools nearby – huts […]
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