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Blue Lake

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Blue Lake

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Blue Lake

Recommended by 353 hikers out of 354

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Tongariro National Park

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    Location: Waikato, New Zealand

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    1. View of the steam clouds – Blue Lake loop from Highlands Park

    20.1km

    06:43

    1,010m

    1,010m

    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    April 8, 2020

    Beautiful, the view of the lakes when you come from the Red Crater! The Emerald Lakes and the Blue Lake are very cold and very acidic because of the volcanic minerals. The Blue Lake is sacred to the Maori, which is why it should not be touched.

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      December 14, 2023

      The view of the way back is not the highlight here, the blue lake is

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        December 14, 2023

        Beautiful lake shimmering in shades of blue

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          Elevation 1,740 m

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