In short
Milford Track 2027: great Walks bookings open on Wednesday, May 12, 2027, starting at 9:30 a.m., Auckland time, based on previous years. Best season: From 1 November to late April.
Estimated date: in 2026, Milford Track bookings opened on Wednesday 13 May at 9:30 am New Zealand time, with a virtual queue. 2027: same weekday, to be checked.To be confirmed once officially announced.
What are the dates for 2027?
- Today
- May 12, 2027 Great Walks bookings open9:30 a.m., Auckland time
- From 1 November to late April Best season
What do you book and at what price?
| What you book | The huts along the track |
| Price | Price per night in a hut (2026-2027 season), 3 nights required:
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What is the route like? from OpenStreetMap
Move your finger or mouse along the curve to read the km and the altitude. Approximate curve, from a terrain model.
Milford Track
53.6 km+1,000 m gain7 m → 1,134 m
Altitude by distanceMin 7 m · max 1,134 m
7 huts, lodges and campsites within 400 m of the route, shown on the 3D map. Length measured along the OpenStreetMap track, one way; elevation gain and altitudes from a terrain model. Approximate figures, check them against the official guide. Tracks © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Milford Track on the 3D map Follow the route in 3D, then explore the 62 other trails and races on the map. Open the 3D mapHow do you book, step by step?
- Create your DOC accountOn the Department of Conservation website, before May 12, 2027.
- Choose your nights and a plan BOne direction and 3 set nights: only the start date is yours to choose.
- Log in on May 12, 2027 before 9:30 amNew Zealand time. A virtual queue sets the order.
- Keep the confirmationThe ranger asks for it in each hut.
Don't miss the date
Add the upcoming dates to your calendar: your phone reminds you 1 week before the first one, then the day before each.
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Frequently asked questions
Milford Track 2027: what is the opening date?
Great Walks bookings open on Wednesday, May 12, 2027 at 9:30 a.m., Auckland time. Estimated date: in 2026, Milford Track bookings opened on Wednesday 13 May at 9:30 am New Zealand time, with a virtual queue. 2027: same weekday, to be checked. To be confirmed.
How much does the Milford Track cost?
NZ$152 per night in a hut for an international adult, NZ$106 for a New Zealand resident (2026-2027 season).
Can you walk the Milford Track in less than 4 days?
No, not in season: you walk in one direction and must sleep in the 3 huts, one night each.
What if the huts are fully booked?
Check the DOC website again: cancellations put nights back on sale all season. Off season (May to October), huts cost less but the walk requires experience.
Milford Track: when should you go?
Best season: From 1 November to late April.