Compost or pit toilets are available at all the overnight hut sites along the Overland Track. Where possible please use these toilets. To assist the composting process, do not put rubbish (such as tampons, sanitary pads or condoms) in the toilets.

Walkers must bring their own toilet paper as it is not provided.

Where there are no toilets, go at least 100 metres away from any lake, river, creek or stream. Carry a sturdy hand trowel and dig a hole at least 15 cm (6 inch) deep, otherwise animals may dig up the waste and scatter the toilet paper. Bury all faecal waste and toilet paper with soil.

Do not attempt to burn toilet paper as this practice is unlawful and could start a bushfire. Please do not urinate in the close vicinity of huts and campsites. Urine adds nutrients to the environment and the plant life close to some huts has been altered by concentrated urine.