South Island

Milford Track

53.5km
4 days
Moderate

About This Track

Known worldwide as "the finest walk in the world", the Milford Track delivers on its legendary reputation. Journey through pristine rainforest, across a dramatic alpine pass, past New Zealand's highest waterfall, and into the majestic Milford Sound.

Track Highlights

Sutherland Falls (580m, NZ's tallest)

Mackinnon Pass alpine crossing

Pristine Clinton Valley

Lake Mintaro reflections

Milford Sound finish

Day by Day Itinerary

1
Glade Wharf to Clinton Hut

Gentle introduction through ancient beech forest along the Clinton River.

Accommodation: Clinton Hut (40 bunks)
2
Clinton Hut to Mintaro Hut

Continue up the Clinton Valley with growing mountain views to pristine Lake Mintaro.

Accommodation: Mintaro Hut (40 bunks)
3
Mintaro Hut to Dumpling Hut

The highlight! Cross Mackinnon Pass (1,154m) and visit the spectacular Sutherland Falls.

Accommodation: Dumpling Hut (40 bunks)
4
Dumpling Hut to Sandfly Point

Descend through rainforest with numerous waterfalls to Sandfly Point and boat to Milford Sound.

Accommodation: End of track

Huts & Campsites

Clinton Hut
hut
Mintaro Hut
hut
Dumpling Hut
hut