The best walks and hikes around Lake Tekapo
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Last updated: October 7, 2025
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1. Lake Tekapo Beach – Mount John Observatory loop from Lake Tekapo
7.18km
02:22
310m
310m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.4
(8)
199
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2. Lake Tekapo Beach – Evergreen Forest Trail loop from Station Bay
4.76km
01:41
260m
260m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3. Lake Tekapo Beach – Lake Tekapo Footbridge loop from Station Bay
9.85km
02:36
90m
90m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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51
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4. Lake Tekapo Beach – Lake Tekapo loop from Lake Tekapo
4.55km
01:11
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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32
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5. Lake Tekapo Footbridge – Lake Tekapo loop from Lake Tekapo
5.33km
01:22
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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