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.
This is one of two DOC campsites and three DOC huts on the Kepler Track. Iris Burn Hut is located nearby.
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
Prices are per person, per night. NZ rates are for New Zealand visitors and INT rates are for international visitors.
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.
Located in Fiordland National Park and Lake Manapouri area and Lake Te Anau areaFrom late October to April, walk past the beech-forested shorelines of lakes Te Anau and Manapouri, to tussock-covered ridgelines with spectacular alpine vistas. From May to late October, it can be cold and wet, with ice, snow and short daylight hours - only attempt if you have alpine, navigation and river crossing skills.
Duration: 3-4 days
Difficulty: Intermediate, Advanced, Expert
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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.
