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Emerald Lakes
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This Highlight is in a protected area
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JR on Tour
December 14, 2023
Hiking
The ascent or descent on this scree is quite slippery
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•Petra und Jake
April 8, 2020
Hiking
This view from above of the lakes is in my opinion the most beautiful on New Zealand's North Island!
The three emerald lakes are small crater lakes at an altitude of approx. 1700m. Their color comes from the minerals of the volcanic subsoil and can change between greenish and bluish. Bathing is prohibited. The Emerald Lakes, Blue Lake and the mountain peaks are sacred to the Maori and should not be touched.
The three emerald lakes are small crater lakes at an altitude of approx. 1700m. Their color comes from the minerals of the volcanic subsoil and can change between greenish and bluish. Bathing is prohibited. The Emerald Lakes, Blue Lake and the mountain peaks are sacred to the Maori and should not be touched.
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•Ines
February 29, 2024
Hiking
The view is not so beautiful every day - there can be strong winds up there.
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Best routes to Emerald Lakes
5
hikers
11.0km
03:33
430m
430m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Moderate
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Elevation 1,760 m
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