Fiordland

A lakeside path leading to the Te Anau Wildlife Centre where some of New Zealand native birdlife may be observed. Open from dawn until dusk, entry is by gold coin donation.

15 min

Continuing along the lakeshore from the Wildlife Centre, the Control Gates lie at the south western corner of Lake Te Anau and regulate water flows between lakes for the West Arm hydroelectric power station. This is also the start of the Kepler Track.

50 min

A return walk on the first section of the Kepler Track, Starting from the control gates a well defined track follows the lakeshore through attractive stands of native forest. A pleasant bay with views to Te Anau, swimming and picnic facilities.

1 hr return

Further on from Dock Bay, Brod Bay is another popular spot for boaties and day walkers to enjoy the beach and picnic facilities. A water taxi is available to return to Te Anau on a prearranged basis.

3 hr return

A gently undulating track through mountain beech forest with great river views. Some scenes in the Lord of the Rings movies were filmed here. The Moturau and Shallow bay huts offer shelter and toilet facilities.

3 hr to 3 hr 30 min return

Situated on SH 94, 15-20 minutes drive from Te Anau towards Mossburn. The viewing platform overlooks Halocarpus bidwilli bog pine forest and offers 360 degree views of the Takitimu Mountains, foothills and farmland.

5 min

A pleasant stroll along the Waiau River bank and Lake Manapouri shore from Pearl Harbour to Frasers Beach. There are exit points at several places back to the Main Road. The track is signposted from both start/end points.

45 min one-way