GW - 07 Milford Track vs GW - 08 Kepler Track
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
Units
| GW - 07 Milford Track | GW - 08 Kepler Track | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 32 mi52 km | 3.0 mi5 km |
| Elevation gain | 4,088 ft1,246 m | 52 ft16 m |
| Typical duration | 3 days | 1 day |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | National | National |
| Country | New Zealand | New Zealand |
| Best time to hike | Best from December to February | Best from January to March |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
GW - 07 Milford Track vs GW - 08 Kepler Track: which should you hike?
At 32 mi52 km, GW - 07 Milford Track is the longer route — roughly 29 mi47 km more than GW - 08 Kepler Track (3.0 mi5 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, GW - 08 Kepler Track is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.