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A beautiful run on a well-maintained Department of Conversation trail.


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5.1

Miles

8.2

KM

99%

Runnable

1,148' 350 m

High

1,060' 323 m

Low

223' 68 m

Up

225' 69 m

Down

2%

Avg Grade (1°)

17%

Max Grade (10°)

Dogs Leashed

Features Lake

Description

It’s easy to see why Lake Hayes is called "the most photographed lake in New Zealand" or "mirror lake" . Reflecting the majestic mountains of the Wakatipu Basin and the earthy tones of the landscape, this lake offers a million and one Kodak moments.

As you run Lake Hayes, you’ll experience a taster-plate of all that makes Queenstown special: exquisite mountain and lake vistas, a boardwalk protecting local wildlife, historic cottages, and a close-up view of some of the area’s most notable homes.

Just a stone’s throw from the lake's shore on Lake Hayes Road is the award-winning Amisfield Winery and Bistro. An afternoon of wine-tasting and lunch in the vine-covered courtyard is a deliciously-decadent way to round off the perfect morning’s run! Or, for a more rustic experience, head to Walnut Cottage. Enjoy great coffee and incredible home-cooked food in the shade of a giant 100-year-old Walnut tree! Transport back home can be arranged.

Lake Hayes is at the very "heart" of Queenstown’s 120 km trails – the jewel in the crown, it is easily accessible from Arrowtown, Queenstown, and Gibbston sections. So while it’s an enjoyable short run in itself (under an hour), many like to make a day of it and incorporate the Lake Hayes Loop into runs from Gibbston, Arrrowtown and Queenstown.

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Alpine Seaweed Ltd

Trail Ratings

  4.4 from 5 votes

#4

in Queenstown

#8462

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  4.4 from 5 votes
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Trail Rankings

#4

in Queenstown

#85

in New Zealand

#8,462

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Photos

On a windless day, the mountain reflections are beautiful.
Apr 7, 2017 near Arrowtown, NZ
The Remarkables poke through the clouds.
Apr 7, 2017 near Arrowtown, NZ
Lake Hayes is a perfect place for a family outing or aquatic fun.
Apr 8, 2017 near Arrowtown, NZ
All the stats on the Lake Hayes Walkway.
Apr 7, 2017 near Arrowtown, NZ
The trails around Lake Hayes are well maintained.
Apr 7, 2017 near Arrowtown, NZ

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