Gunn’s Hilton at Little Lake
Photo courtesy of Margaret Howe MHPS
Known as Little Lake Hut or the Gunns Hilton
Located at Little Lake, Central Highlands. Little Lake is north of Arthurs Lake. Take the Poatina Road and turn East onto Gunns Marsh Road. Follow it to Little Lake, around the north shore of Arthurs Lake.
History
The land was originally owned by the famous Von Bibra family, who gave approval to eighteen members of the Cressy Fishing Club to build the lodge, which they did in less than two days. The Fireplace and chimney were completed later.
The land was eventually taken over by the Hydro Electricity Commission and is open to all visitors.
Construction
Today, the hut is well looked after and equipped with bunks and original open fireplace still intact. In 2017 a new barrel heater was installed by Mick McCormack, David Wilson and Peter Wilson.
Caretakers - Cressy Fishing Club.