Otago

The Top 20 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!

View from Roys Peak

View of Lake Wanaka, Roys Peak, and Mount Aspiring

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View from Roys Peak
Hiking Highlight
Beautiful view over Lake Wanaka… ideal for sunrise
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View of Lake Wanaka, Roys Peak, and Mount Aspiring
Hiking Highlight
This is a great viewpoint over the lake toward Wanaka and surrounding country. Also good views of Mt Aspiring.
Tip by Paul77
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Lake Wanaka
Hiking Highlight
The hiking trail from Wānaka along the lake to Glendhu Bay is absolutely worth it
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Queenstown Gardens
Hiking Highlight (Segment)
Beautifully landscaped garden with pretty flowers
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Diamond Lake
Hiking Highlight
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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Tip by Toby
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View of Lake Wanaka
Hiking Highlight
From the summit there are wonderful views over Lake Wanaka and the city
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Lake Alta
Hiking Highlight
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.
Tip by donmon
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Lake Wanaka Beach
Hiking Highlight
There isn't much going on here in the early hours of the morning, so you should take advantage of that
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Glendhu Bay Track
Mountain Biking Highlight (Segment)
Challenging mountainbike track with beautiful views. Easy accessible from Wanaka.
Tip by Tjeerd
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