The Top 19 Lakes in Otago
Looking to visit the best lakes in Otago? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Otago’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 1, 2025
This tree is a bit of a celebrity... I don't understand the hype about it
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Beautiful view over Lake Wanaka… ideal for sunrise
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Beautifully landscaped garden with pretty flowers
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A dark lake that can be reached from the car park in 15 minutes. The lake fits optimally into the landscape. On a nice hiking trail you can walk around the lake in 15min.
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Lake Alta, Fantastic little alpine lake surrounded by high peaks, only hour and a half walk from the Remarkables Ski Field Car park. Can only do in the summer seasons.
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Challenging mountainbike track with beautiful views. Easy accessible from Wanaka.
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Good view of Lake Wanaka and surrounding mountains. Here you can see the complete Roys Bay and Wanaka in the background.
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Not yet listed on komoot, but the Clutha Gold Trail not only goes to Milton, but also on a very beautiful section to Waihola over gravel and wooden footbridges. There is enough resupply and a campsite in both places
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A nice short hike around Moke Lake is recommended. Fantastic scenery. There is also a campsite where you can spend the night
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This is a great viewpoint over the lake toward Wanaka and surrounding country. Also good views of Mt Aspiring.
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