Leaning Lodge, located on the Rock and Pillar Range is open year round and available for public use (bookings required)

There has been a hut on the site of the current Leaning Lodge since 1958, catering for skiers, trampers, researchers and all outdoor users. The Leaning Lodge Trust have acheived their vision of a safe and secure hut in this spectacular sub-alpine location.

Leaning Lodge, on the Rock and Pillar Range, is administered by The Leaning Lodge Trust. The Trust is a legal entity and holds Charitable Status. Under the Trust Deed, the trustees are elected by the Otago Tramping and Mountaineering Club (OTMC).

Hut Information & Booking Information

Further information and booking provision are on the Department of Conservation (DOC) website. Click here to visit the DOC webpage and to make a booking..

• Bunks: (with mattresses) - 10
• Water: nearby creek
• Toilet: non-flush
• Lighting ceiling lights and bunk lights (no candles please).
  
  Fees:
• Adult (18+ years): $16 per night
• Child / Youth (5-17 years): $8 per night
• Infant (0-4 years): no charge
  
  Other information is posted in the hut and is important to read and follow - please respect the effort by many people to provide the replacement hut.