Iris Burn Campsite
Fiordland National Park • Fiordland
Alerts
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- About
- 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.
- Facilities
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Shelter for cooking
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
- Toilets - non-flush
- Toilets
- Water supply
- Dogs
- No dogs.
- Access
- Foot
- Unpowered sites
- 15
About this campsite
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 and bookings
Fees
Campsites
Prices are per person, per night. NZ rates are for New Zealand visitors and INT rates are for international visitors.
| Date range | Adult NZ | Adult INT | Child NZ | Child INT | Infant NZ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 October – 30 April | $28 | $42 | $14 | $21 | Free |
| 1 May - 30 June | $10 | $10 | $5 | $5 | Free |
| 1 July – 26 October | $10 | $10 | $5 | $5 | Free |
Proof of eligibility is required for the New Zealand rate.
The DOC Campsite Pass cannot be used at this campsite.
Bookings
Bookings are required in the Great Walks season.
Getting there
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.
Tracks to this campsite
Location
Latitude: -45.39891255, Longitude: 167.50879865
Know before you go
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.
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Weather
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