Aerial view of Big Bay and Pyke State Forest, Fiordland
The Pyke - Big Bay Route is a low altitude, strenuous 60 km route, suitable for experienced and well equipped parties. Although the route can be tramped all year round, sections of it can become impassable in wet weather. The route traverses parts of Fiordland and Mount Aspiring National Parks and Pyke Forest, which are included in the Te Wāhipounamu - South West New Zealand World Heritage Area.
Trampers can combine the Pyke - Big Bay Route with the Hollyford Track to create a round trip of about 10 days but groups must be well equipped and experienced.
Plan and prepare for a route.
The Pyke - Big bay Route shares similar natural and social history to the Hollyford Track.
Day by day track guide to the Pyke - Big Bay Route.
There are a number of DOC huts to stay in on this route.
Find out about how to get to the track and planning for a safe trip.
Fiordland National Park is a vast, remote wilderness and heart of Te Wāhipounamu - South West New Zealand World Heritage Area.
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
Stop the spread of didymoCheck, Clean, Dry all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.
Safety information
Always contact the nearest visitor centre for the latest information about facilities and conditions.
