Gertrude Saddle Route

An expert alpine route over river crossings, boulders and steep cable-assisted granite slabs to views toward Milford Sound.

Country
New Zealand / Aotearoa
Region
Fiordland, South Island / Te Waipounamu
Distance
7 km return
Typical duration
4–6 hours
Difficulty
expert route
Best season
only in dry, stable, substantially snow-free weather; not recommended in winter
Trail type
out-and-back alpine route

Route data may change. Verify closures, permits, weather, transport and navigation with official sources before departure.

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