45 Mins 1.4km (loop)

Highlights

  • Ancient beech forest
  • Tranquil lake
  • Easy loop walk

Proximity

GRADE: EASIEST

Accessible for wheelchairs and strollers.

An easy 45-minute loop on the edge of Lake Gunn that leads through picturesque beech forests. Suitable for all ages

Fiordland
Beech forest, Lake Gunn, Fiordland

Located in Fiordland National Park, the Lake Gunn Nature Walk passes through red beech forest and offers a glimpse of Eglinton Valley's birdlife.

To make the most of your time in Fiordland, hikers can start at Key Summit Track located at the Great Divide carpark, and detour to Cascade Creek Camp Ground.

Side trips can be made to several lake beaches and sheltered fishing spots.

Department of Conservation

Click the link below for more information and detailed maps about this hike.

Lake Gunn Nature Walk(opens in new window)

More information

 

Getting there

  • This walk begins from the Milford Road, about 78km from Te Anau.
  • A signpost at the Cascade Creek campground marks the entrance to the walk.

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