New Elder biv (really a small hut) has four bunks and great views right down to Wellington and the Kaikouras.  It sits on Renata ridge between the Hutt and Waiotaru catchments. Sleeps: Four plus one or two on the floor. Heating: No Camping: Some limited tops camping on the summit of Elder, plus a couple of spots down the spur where the old ...

This biv was removed in 2005 and a new four bunk mini hut/large biv was built closer to the top of the ridge.