The main access into the Clarence is over Blind Saddle Road.
From Kaikoura, follow SH1 south for 5 km to the Waiau/Mt Lyford turnoff and head inland to the car park at Kahutara River bridge, 25 km from Kaikoura.
There is a locked gate here restricting horse and vehicle access. Arrange vehicle access into the Clarence by contacting:
Colin Nimmo of Muzzle Station
Phone: +64 3 319 5791
Email: muzzle@xtra.co.nz.
A road maintenance fee is charged for motorised vehicles. 4WD open weekends are no longer organised by DOC.
Note: The road is closed to vehicles over the winter months.
This is a backcountry hut with no DOC track access. You will need to plan your route and navigate yourself, using aids like a map, compass and GPS. Learn navigation skills.
