Lake
Blue Lake (Tikitapu) loop walk
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Bright blue crater lake with an easy loop track and good swimming in summer.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 2 hours
A small volcanic lake with water so clear it looks painted. The 5 km loop track is gentle and the beach is great for swimming and picnics. It is often busy on hot days but still easy to find your own corner.
Good to know
- Walk the track in a clockwise direction for lake views
- Swim in summer
- Best time
- Summer morning
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Tarawera Road, car park at the lake
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
Facilities
- Picnic tables
- Toilets
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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