About Hollyford Track Campsites
The 56 km Hollyford Track boasts DOC campsites at Lower Hollyford (road-end), Algonquin, and Rocky Point for multi-day campers. From Milford Sound gateway via Gunn's Bush, explore to Lake Algonquin. Basic facilities; bookings advised. Wild Fiordland rainforest immersion with history at Pyke Lodge ruins.
Safety Considerations
Swollen rivers post-storm; pole-test crossings. Weka birds steal food; seal tightly. Sandflies extreme; long sleeves mandatory. Track slips from roots; poles help. No huts; fully exposed camping. Check DOC for track status. Leave No Trace: Bury waste 150m from water.
Essential Gear
Freestanding tent (REI Half Dome); thermarest neoair. Stove fuel ample; purifier essential. Trekking umbrella for rain. First aid for cuts/infections.
Emergency Tips
PLB primary; hike to Lower Hollyford for phone.