This track is rarely cut off by snow so you can tramp it in any season (depending on weather).
Step into the dramatic Hollyford Valley and enter a world that looks the same today as it did thousands of years ago.
With a range of vegetation, native birdlife and variety of stunning vistas, the Hollyford Track makes for a fantastic hiking experience.
Lower Hollyford Road > Hidden Falls Hut
An easy first day - sidle along bluffs, cross boardwalks, and meander over swingbridges on the way to the Hidden Falls.
2 - 3 hours walking
Hidden Falls Hut > Lake Alabaster Hut
Through lowland ribbonwood/podocarps and tall beech trees, climb up to Little Homer Saddle and down to Little Homer Falls. Pass the intersection of Pyke/Hollyford rivers and continue on to Lake Alabaster.
3 - 4 hours walking
Lake Alabaster Hut > McKerrow Island Hut > Demon Trail Hut
Cross the Pyke River swing bridge and journey across relatively level terrain to meet the Hollyford River and on to McKerrow Island.
3 - 4 hours walking
Demon Trail Hut > Hokuri Hut
Follow the historic Demon Trail cattle track along the edge of Lake McKerrow/Wakatipu Waitia.
5 - 6 hours walking
Hokuri Hut > Martins Bay Hut
Follow the lake shore to the historic settlement of Jamestown. Leave the lake edge and continue past the Hollyford Airstrip and on to the Hollyford River/Whakatipu Ka Tuka mouth.
4 - 5 hours walking
Click the link below for more information and detailed maps of this hike.
Accommodation:
Guided Walk Operators
As with all New Zealand walks it is important to be prepared, the Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre(opens in new window) (part of DOC) in Te Anau is a helpful resource.
