Walk

Lake Marian

Te Anau, Southland

Waterfall-streamed climb to an alpine lake in a hanging valley.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
3 hours

The track follows a stream up through bush past cascades to a glacial lake ringed by peaks. It is rough and steep, with tree roots and rock, but the payoff is a wild alpine setting.

Good to know

  • Allow 3 hours return
  • Wear sturdy boots
  • Check weather before you go
Best time
Dry weather, morning
Getting there
Gravel Hollyford Road for a few km from SH94
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
No dogs

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