East Eglinton Track
Located in Fiordland National Park and Milford Road/Milford Sound area in the Fiordland region
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Introduction
This challenging tramping route leads from the Milford Road, up the East Eglinton river valley through beech forest.Dog access
This is a challenging tramping route.
From the ‘East Branch’ sign on the Milford Road, the route heads up the true right river bank.
After about 2 hours you reach the river forks, where the East Branch meets the Annear Creek.
After this point the route crosses to the true left and continues to the flats in the upper valley (6 hours away) and beyond, for experienced trampers.
This route begins from the Milford Road, Fiordland, about 55 km north from Te Anau.
Near the East Eglinton road bridge, a sign on the roadside says ‘East Branch’ and marks the start of the route.
This is a route so you will need above average fitness and high level backcountry (remote areas) skills and experience, including navigation and survival skills.
River crossing skills also required.
Stay safe in the outdoors
- Choose the right trip for you. Learn about the route and make sure you have the skills for it.
- Understand the weather. Check weather forecasts.
- Pack warm clothes and extra food. Check gear lists.
- Share your plans and take ways to get help. Share directly or use the Outdoor Intentions form or Plan My Walk. Take a distress beacon.
- Take care of yourself and each other.
Contacts
| Te Rua-o-te-moko/Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre | |
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| Phone | +64 3 249 7924 |
| fiordlandvc@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | Lakefront Drive Te Anau 9600 |
| Hours | See visitor centre hours |