Kepler Track
New Zealand · Oceania · Hut-to-hut · score 72/100
At a glance
| Countries | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Continent | Oceania |
| Region | South Island (Fiordland NP) |
| Type | Hut-to-hut |
| Length | 60 km |
| Typical duration | 3-4 days |
| Difficulty | 3/5 (Moderate) |
| Max altitude | 1400 m |
| Best season | late Oct-Apr |
| Start | Lake Te Anau Control Gates |
| End | Control Gates (loop) |
| Permit / guide | DOC hut/campsite booking required in season |
| Special gear | wet-weather kit |
Score
72/100
Purpose-built loop: ridge walk above Lake Te Anau, Luxmore caves, Iris Burn valley
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.
Notes
Loop; can shorten via Rainbow Reach
Sources
Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.
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