37Miles
3–4Days
4,600 ftGain
LoopType
Permits
System
DOC Great Walks booking (bookings.doc.govt.nz)Huts: Luxmore, Iris Burn, Moturau; campsites at Brod Bay and Iris Burn. Starts a short walk from Te Anau, so no transport is needed. The ridge above Luxmore is exposed in wind.Apply or read more
Cost
Per-night hut and campsite fees set by DOC; higher for international adults
Bear storage
Not applicable
Season
Best
November – April.
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PeakShoulderClosed
On trail
Water
Hut water. Carry 2L on the ridge between Luxmore and Iris Burn.
Resupply
Te Anau at the start and end.
Notes
60 km loop built as a Great Walk, with a long, high ridge walk over the Kepler Mountains and views of Lake Te Anau.
Elevation
650 ftHigh 4,600 ft
Resupply towns
Te Anau (start/end)
Permit details checked 2026-10 · doc.govt.nz