11 October 2026
Fine. Southwesterlies dying out this evening.
7° / 21°
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Frankton Track
A local favourite, this well used lakeside walk has great views of the lake and mountains.
Distance
8.62 km
Walking time
1 - 2 hrs one way
Difficulty
Easiest
Dogs
Allowed — check local rules
Wheelchair access
Friendly
Current status
Alerts and track conditions
No active alerts found. Conditions can still change, so check again before leaving.
Weather outlook
Queenstown forecast
Issued 11 Oct 2026, 10:41 pm
12 October 2026
Fine. Westerlies.
9° / 22°
13 October 2026
Partly cloudy, with a few showers in the morning and afternoon. Northerlies, dying out in the evening.
11° / 19°
14 October 2026
Partly cloudy, with the chance of a shower until afternoon. Light winds, then westerlies developing in the afternoon.
6° / 16°
15 October 2026
Fine, then a few showers developing in the morning. Southwesterlies developing in the afternoon.
4° / 13°
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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About Frankton Track
The 8.6 km Frankton Arm Walkway is mostly flat and wheelchair friendly (although there is a short steep section at Battery Hill). Beginning at Queenstown Gardens, it follows the edge of Lake Whakatipu all the way to Frankton, offering stunning views along the way. From Frankton, follow the signs to the historic Kawarau Falls Bridge, which became pedestrian-only in 2018. This is where Lake Whakatipu flows into the Kawarau River—it's a great spot to pause and admire the crystal-clear waters below. From here you can return the way you came, or continue along the Kelvin Peninsula Track to the Kelvin Heights Sculpture Trail and Jack's Point Track .
Essential information for Frankton Track
This is a shared use track - expect wheelchairs, pushchairs, walkers, and cyclists. There are public toilets at the Queenstown Gardens and at Frankton Beach. Sections suitable for wheelchair users: Queenstown to Frankton, there is a short steep rise at Battery Hill and assistance may be needed depending on ability. Queenstown Gardens loop (note steep gradient by QLDC depot and steep gradient on Park Street connector). This trail is built and maintained by the Queenstown Trails Trust . If you’ve experienced this trail and loved it, please support them by donating today .
Getting there for Frankton Track
Parking is available at the start of the Frankton Track either in the Queenstown Gardens or Park Street (some time limits apply). Use this link on Google Maps to help find your way there.
Helpful resources
We encourage you to continue gaining the skills and knowledge required for a safe trip. The NZ Mountain Safety Council has lots of free resources and information you can use. These can be accessed via www.mountainsafety.org.nz . Level up in your outdoor knowledge with these interactive online learning tools: Trip Planning Tramping / field Skills Basic Navigation River Safety Additionally, check out the range of helpful videos available from the NZ Mountain Safety Council YouTube channel .
Before you walk Frankton Track
Track information, access and weather can change. Confirm current alerts and land-manager information close to departure, tell someone your plans, and carry equipment appropriate for the route and conditions.