Milford Road Scenic Stops Guide
Te Anau to Milford Sound – Key Stops & Tips
Travel Tips
• Allow 3–4 hours each way
• Leave early for best conditions (especially Mirror Lakes)
• Fuel up in Te Anau
• Knobs Flat has toilets – last major stop before Milford Sound
• Check weather before travelling conditions, weather and safety before travelling.
|
Stop |
Highlight |
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Mirror Lakes |
Best early morning reflections |
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Lake Gunn |
Peaceful lakeside views |
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Knobs Flat |
Toilets and rest stop (last major facilities) |
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The Divide |
Start of Key Summit walk |
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Key Summit |
Panoramic alpine views |
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Lake Marian |
Beautiful alpine lake walk through forest |
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Lake Mistletoe |
Short easy walk and scenic stop |
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Monkey Creek |
Crystal-clear alpine water |
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Homer Tunnel |
Dramatic mountain pass |
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Humboldt Falls |
One of Fiordland’s tallest waterfalls |
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The Chasm |
Powerful waterfalls and rock formations |
DOC Travel Tip
The Milford Road is managed by the Department of Conservation. Check DOC updates for track
conditions, weather and safety before travelling.
