Basin Creek Hut

This beautifully restored historical hut was built in the late 1800's. The hut sits under the shadow of the mighty Mount Peel in a peaceful gulley just off the Orari River. It is the perfect place to stay for anyone looking to get out and explore the high country. 

The hut is accessible by a 4x4 farm track along the Orari River and you can drive right to the front door. It is a perfect spot for a family getaway or fishing trip along the Orari River. Park up, sit back and relax or follow our marked trails around the station.

The Basin Hut

The hut can sleep up to 8 people. There is a small kitchen diner and a bunk room. The bunk room has 4 single bunks and 2 doubles joined together. We advise you bring everything you need for a backcountry hut stay including bedding, warm clothes & cooking tools.

The kitchen/dining room has an open fire for cooking, a small chopping area and a dining table. There is also firewood & basic kitchen equipment. You will need to bring fire lighters, matches & candles. There is no running water at the hut, only the creek. Although the water is very clean, we advise bringing your own water or boiling your water for 3 minutes before drinking. There is a long drop behind the hut.

Hut Stay Includes - Firewood.. Available to one group per night, no shared bookings.

You need to bring sleeping bags and towels. If you would prefer to book a fully-catered stay at the Basin Creek Hut, check out the Star Gazing Package!

Check in from 2pm - Check out by 10am

Horse Riders

Basin Creek is very popular with horse riders. There are sheep and cattle yards right next to the hut that horses can stay in overnight,lots of trees and a creek with easy access to water. This is a great spot to ride out from across the farm. If you are planning to stay with your horse, you can park at the homestead and ride from there (2 hour ride) & we can take your gear to the hut for you! 

Please add your horses as extras on the next page.

Please make sure you read all the information on our website under Horse Riders before coming to Blue Mountain Station.

Gear Transport

If you are planning on walking, bike or riding to the hut, we can take your gear to the hut for you. Please add this on as an extra on the next page. Horse riders - gear transport is included in your horse extra. All riders must be ready to ride out by 4pm. Pack transport leaves at 4pm daily.  Gear transport is limited to 1 bag per person (must be under 25 kgs), one bag or bucket per horse & 2 chilli bins per group. 

VERY IMPORTANT - Our system only books by days. Check out is the following morning of your last day.

When Booking 

Check-in is from 2pm on the first selected date. 

Check-out is 10am the morning after your last date.

Example - Thursday - Friday - Saturday - Sunday - Selected

Check in is from 2pm Thursday 

Check out is by 10 am Monday morning. 

Important Information. Please Read.

Fairlie is a 30 minute drive from the main homestead. The Basin Creek Hut is in the middle of the station, 1km away from the Orari River. It takes at least 30 minutes to drive from the homestead to the Basin Hut.

It is very remote with no cell phone reception or WIFI. All groups must carry a Personal Locator Beacon at all times - these can be hired. Be prepared to be stay in a very remote environment.

The hut is accessible by 4x4 only via our farm track. All persons driving to Basin Creek Hut must have a suitable 4x4 vehicle, off road driving and farm track experience is essential before booking. The track runs along the side of the Orari River, bringing you straight to the door of the hut. It is a relatively flat track, loose shingle, clay mud, some muddy and swampy areas and several small creek crossings. 

Please note - Booking the Hut does not include access to Blue Mountain Lake. If you would like full access to the lake, you must book the Blue Mountain Lake House & Lodge accommodation.