Wilkinson hut

A 1950's era NZFS cullers hut on the TL of the Whitcombe River just over a km downstream from where the Wilkinson River joins the Whitcombe R. This hut is on the opposite side of the river to the track that heads to Whitcombe Pass. A long swingbridge crosses the Whitcombe from this track about a km below Cave Camp. (This is on the Price Flat - Neave Creek section) It is not far downstream from the end of the swingbridge to the hut. The hut is in good condition for its age and has had a few upgrades over the years.

This hut gets some spill over usage from trampers visiting the Whitcombe Pass but is primarily used by hunters. Thar, chamois & red deer are to be found in the vicinity. A few mountaineers and serious trampers also make some use of the hut.

Because it is a two day walk from the roadend to this hut some people fly in.