Located in Fiordland National Park in the Fiordland region
In the Great Walks season (25 October 2022 – 30 April 2023):
Outside the Great Walks season (1 May 2022 – 24 October 2022):
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.
In the Great Walks season (25 October 2022 – 30 April 2023):
New Zealand citizens and those ordinarily resident in New Zealand*:
International visitors:
Outside the Great Walks season (1 May 2022 – 24 October 2022):
For all visitors:
Proof of eligibility is required for the New Zealand rate.
The DOC Campsite Pass cannot be used at this campsite.
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.
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.
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 |