Anchorage Island (New Zealand)

Anchorage Island is a small island located in Dusky Sound, Fiordland, in the southwestern corner of New Zealand's South Island. It is part of Fiordland National Park and the Te Wahipounamu World Heritage Site.

The island is significant for its historical importance during early European exploration and settlement of New Zealand. Captain James Cook anchored his ship HMS Resolution in Dusky Sound in 1773 and spent several weeks there. Anchorage Island served as a base of operations for Cook's crew, who established a temporary observatory and forged relationships with the local Māori.

The island’s name reflects its function as an anchorage point for ships. The waters surrounding Anchorage Island provide sheltered mooring.

Conservation efforts are ongoing within Dusky Sound and on Anchorage Island, focusing on protecting the native flora and fauna from introduced pests. The island is primarily covered in native forest and is home to various bird species.