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Which country's Department of Conservation manages a network of backcountry huts so popular that demand exceeds supply by 300% during peak season?
Answer
New Zealand
New Zealand's Department of Conservation (DOC) oversees an extensive network of backcountry huts used by trampers on routes like the Great Walks. Peak-season demand is so intense that bookings open 6–12 months in advance and spots fill almost immediately.
💡 Did you know?
New Zealand's DOC (Department of Conservation) estimates trampers need to book huts 6-12 months ahead because demand exceeds supply by 300% during peak season.
Other options people guess
- Norway
- Canada
- Switzerland
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- new-zealand
- hiking
- conservation
- outdoors
- great-walks
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