LakeHidden gem

Lake Fergus

Te Anau, Southland

Alpine lake with a quiet picnic spot above the Hollyford turn-off.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
30 min

A small mountain lake near the junction to the Hollyford Road, popular for picnics and as a trailhead. Mostly passed by, so you will often have a lakeside spot to yourself.

Good to know

  • Check kea and sandflies
  • Good stretch-your-legs stop
Getting there
Sealed road then short gravel at the lake
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
No dogs

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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