Parks and viewpoints in Queenstown

Scenic Parks and Viewpoints

This collection highlights Queenstown’s diverse natural landscapes, ranging from the manicured Queenstown Gardens with its historic Douglas firs and rose gardens to the rugged terrain of Fernhill Reserve. Visitors can access elevated vantage points above the town for unobstructed views of Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables mountain range. The list also includes local recreational spaces like Jardine Park on the Kelvin Heights peninsula, which serves as a gateway to lakeside walking tracks and native bush trails.

Scenic Parks and Viewpoints — Map

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Queenstown Gardens

The Queenstown Gardens, located next to the town of Queenstown, New Zealand, is a botanical garden which contains a variety of exotic and…

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above paragliding spot

Elevated vantage point on Bob's Peak providing panoramic views of the Queenstown town center, the Frankton Arm, and the Remarkables mountain range.

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paragliding spot

Launch site for tandem paragliding flights located on the slopes of Bob's Peak, overlooking Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding alpine landscape.

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Jardine Park

Recreational area at the end of the Kelvin Heights peninsula featuring tennis courts, a playground, and access to the lakeside Sculpture Trail.

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Fernhill Reserve

Forested reserve offering a network of mountain biking and hiking trails, including paths that connect to the Ben Lomond track.

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