Iris Burn Campsite
Located in Fiordland National Park in the Fiordland region
Introduction
This is a walk-in, Great Walk campsite in the Iris Burn valley, on the Kepler Track in Fiordland National Park. Bookings required in the Great Walks season. Kea are frequent visitors.Access
- Foot
Facilities
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Shelter for cooking
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
Seasonal restrictions
In the Great Walks season (25 October 2022 – 30 April 2023):
- Bookings are required
Outside the Great Walks season (1 May 2022 – 24 October 2022):
- Bookings are not required
- Facilities reduced
Dog access
This is one of two DOC campsites and three DOC huts on the Kepler Track. Iris Burn Hut is nearby to this campsite.
Kea are common around this campsite – kea can sometimes damage equipment like tents and packs. If you're worried about your tent and equipment getting damaged we recommend booking a hut.
The use of hut facilities by campers is not permitted. You must carry your own tent, sleeping bag, cooking gear and so on.
Fees
In the Great Walks season (25 October 2022 – 30 April 2023):
New Zealand citizens and those ordinarily resident in New Zealand*:
- Adult (18+ years): $21 per night
- Child (17 years and under): free but booking still required
International visitors:
- Adult (18+ years): $32 per night
- Child (17 years and under): $16 per night
Outside the Great Walks season (1 May 2022 – 24 October 2022):
For all visitors:
- Adult (18+ years): $5 per person, per night
- Child (17 years and under): free
Proof of eligibility is required for the New Zealand rate.
The DOC Campsite Pass cannot be used at this campsite.
Bookings
Bookings are required in the Great Walks season.
This campsite is located in a clearing in the Iris Burn valley, on the Kepler Track in Fiordland. It is at least 8-10 hours walk back to the track start/end (Kepler Carpark) in either direction.
Tracks to this campsite
Location
Latitude: -45.39891255, Longitude: 167.50879865
A resident DOC ranger is stationed at the nearby hut during peak/summer season. They will check your tickets, pass on information about the environment and weather, or help you out should an emergency arise.
Kea are present in the Iris Burn area and on the alpine section of the track. These inquisitive birds are interested in your camping gear, so be aware of potential damage to your tent and guard your gear to avoid damage or loss.
Contacts
| Te Rua-o-te-moko / Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre | |
| Phone: | +64 3 249 7924 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | fiordlandvc@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre Lakefront Drive Te Anau 9600 |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 29 Te Anau 9640 |
| Full office details | |