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Riding AreaSouthland District
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Difficulty Rating
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Hiking SAC ScaleT1 Hiking
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Trail TypeGravel Path
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Physical RatingEasy
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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Family FriendlyYes
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eBike Allowed
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Local Popularity70 in Hiking [+]
- 50 in Trail Running
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Land Owner
The tranquillity of the beech forest surrounds you within a few steps of the car park. Moss smothers the trees. Tomtits, riflemen and other forest birds are prolific.
A short side path takes you out onto a stony beach. The vast mountains surrounding the deep blue waters of Lake Gunn are awe-inspiring. It’s not just a 45-minute loop track, it’s a chance to experience wild Fiordland.
The walk is very popular throughout the year but isn’t as busy in the colder months, which makes autumn and winter a great time to visit. The track is near the popular Cascade Creek campsite, and campers often complete the walk first thing in the morning or later in the evening. For the most tranquil experience, try this walk during the day.
What to expect
Change in elevation: +/- 50 m
Hazards:
Rapidly changing weather – this walk is in an alpine region.
Amenities:
Wheelchair accessible toilets at the car park. Picnic table in the Cascade Creek Campsite near the track.
Nature and conservation:
The Eglinton valley is a stronghold for New Zealand’s native birds: South Island robin/kakaruai, kākā, yellowhead/mohua as well as short-tailed bats and long-tailed bats.
Access Info
The walk begins from Cascade Creek car park on the Milford Road, about 78 km from Te Anau.
Disclaimer
Strictly no biking.
More Stats for Lake Gunn Nature Walk hike trail trail
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Altitude change-6 ft
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Altitude min1,628 ft
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Altitude start1,671 ft
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Altitude end1,667 ft
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Grade-0.1%
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Grade max-33%
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Grade min6.7%
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Distance climb2,070 ft
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Distance down1,122 ft
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Distance flat935 ft
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