Hiking and Viewpoints
Explore the diverse terrain of the Southern Alps through this collection of trails and viewpoints. The selection includes the famous Roys Peak track, known for its steep ascent and vistas of Mount Aspiring National Park, alongside the Mount Iron loop, which offers 360-degree views of the Wānaka basin. Hikers can also tackle the Isthmus Peak trail to see both Lake Wānaka and Lake Hāwea from a single ridgeline, or visit the multi-tiered Twin Falls near Glendhu Bay.
A Roys Peak
Roys Peak is a mountain in New Zealand, standing between Wānaka and Glendhu Bay.
B Lake Hawea Lookout
Roadside stop on State Highway 6 providing elevated views across the glacial waters toward the Hunter Valley and surrounding mountain ranges.
C Lake Wanaka Lookout
Vantage point situated at 'The Neck', a narrow strip of land separating Lake Wānaka and Lake Hāwea, offering views of the lake's eastern shoreline.
D Mount Iron
A 240-meter-high rocky knoll formed by glacial action, featuring a 4.5-kilometer loop track with panoramic views of the Upper Clutha Basin and the Southern Alps.
Lake Hawea
A deep glacial lake covering 141 square kilometers, surrounded by high peaks and known for its clear water and recreational fishing.
Isthmus Peak
A 1,385-meter summit reached via a steep 16-kilometer return track, providing simultaneous views of Lake Wānaka and Lake Hāwea from the ridgeline.
Twin Falls
Two side-by-side waterfalls cascading down a steep rock face near Glendhu Bay, accessible via a short walking track or a via ferrata climbing route.
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