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Isthmus Peak

Name: Isthmus Peak
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Location: Otago, New Zealand

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1. Isthmus Peak Track Trailhead – Isthmus Peak loop from Lake Hāwea

16.1km

07:26

1,020m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Toby

March 28, 2019

The isthmus peak is 1386m high and can be climbed from the starting point in just over 8km and 1000m of altitude.
If you are looking for a special attraction, start on a nice day about 2 to 3 hours before sunrise and then enjoy the sunrise on the summit. The way up is steep from time to time, but no problem with good footwear. In the dark I ran into the one or other deer or deer on the way.

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Diana&Dieter

February 27, 2023

Amazing 360° view from Isthmus Peak. Also on Lake Wanaka and Lake Hawea

JME

March 7, 2025

I would definitely recommend setting off around 2-3 hours (depending on your fitness and running speed) before sunrise. Headlamps are very helpful here. The climb is not an easy walk, but it is really worth it. In contrast to Roys Peak, you can see not only Lake Wanaka but also Lake Hāwea (over which the sun then rises). The climb is magical even at night (perhaps even better than during the day). If the visibility is clear, you will see the Milky Way as clearly and brightly as rarely anywhere else in the world.
Clearly recommended over Roys Peak. Anyone looking for a real experience and not just an Instagram picture will be very happy here.

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