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Where To Camp in Milford Sound?

Although you can do Milford Sound as a day trip, we highly recommend taking the time to spend at least one night along the Milford Sound Rd. There is so much to see and one day is just not enough to really experience the beauty and wild landscapes of the place. If you haven’t already check out our guide to travelling Milford Sound to give you some ideas on how to best spend your time in the park. So without further ado let’s jump into where you can camp in Milford Sound.

I’ll start this off with a quick mention that there is NO freedom camping in Milford Sound whatsoever. In fact the closest freedom camp to the foreshore is 2 and a half hours away. So with that said, save up and budget some extra dollary doos for your camping experience inside the Fiordland National Park.

What it lacks in freedom camping, it makes up for with beautiful DOC campsites. Honestly these are some of our favourite campsites in the country and we truly think the small fee is so worth it to wake up surrounded by mountains and waterfalls, and to be that little bit closer to the foreshore. All the DOC sites are $15 per person and need to be paid in cash on your arrival. There are no ATMS until you get to the foreshore so make sure you’re getting cash out before you leave Te Anau.

What To Remember!

  • Fuel up in Te Anau before you drive in - there is nowhere to get fuel inside!

  • Bring Cash.

  • There is no reception.

  • BRING BUG SPRAY. - Sandflies are next level here.

  • Be careful on the roads.



Toitu Te Whenua // Leave the land undisturbed.

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