Trampers on Mackinnon Pass, Milford Track
The Milford Track (53.5 kilometres) is in the heart of spectacular Fiordland National Park, part of the Te Wāhipounamu – South West New Zealand World Heritage Area and is administered by DOC on behalf of the New Zealand public.
You can walk the track independently or as part of a guided group. Ultimate Hikes hold the only DOC approved concession for overnight guided walks on the Milford Track during the peak walking season. Their website is www.ultimatehikes.co.nz.
Located in the southwest of the South Island, the track starts at the head of Lake Te Anau and finishes at Milford Sound. Te Anau, the nearest township has a full range of accommodation, shopping and hire services.
Plan and prepare for a Great Walk/Easy tramping track.
Find out about the history of the area, and things you can see and do on the track.
A day by day guide of the track including maps and a track profile.
There are three DOC huts on the track – Clinton, Mintaro and Dumpling. Camping and staying overnight in the shelters is not permitted on the track.
Find out how to get to the Milford Track and how to book and plan for a safe trip.
Information about making bookings, commercial groups, fees, discounts, terms and conditions, alterations, cancellations and travel insurance.
Fiordland National Park is a vast, remote wilderness and heart of Te Wāhipounamu - South West New Zealand World Heritage Area.
The Great Walks are the department's premier walking tracks, taking you through some of New Zealand's most striking conservation places.
Milford Track brochure (PDF, 2127K)
Day walks in Fiordland National Park (PDF, 700K)
Didymo controls in Fiordland National Park
Notice of fishing restrictions - Fiordland National Park (PDF, 55K)
NZ weather
Map of tracks and huts in Fiordland National Park (PDF, 55K)
New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres
Fiordland track updates and weather information
Great Walks visitor statistics
Safety information
Always contact the nearest visitor centre for the latest information about facilities and conditions.
