9 October 2026
Partly cloudy. Isolated showers in the afternoon and evening.
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1 / 21Fiordland National Park
Lake Hauroko Lookout Track
This steep tramping track climbs from the edge of Lake Hauroko to a lookout with great views over the lake and nearby mountain ranges.
Distance
5.8 km
Walking time
3 hr return
Difficulty
Advanced
Dogs
Not allowed
Wheelchair access
Not marked friendly
Current status
Alerts and track conditions
No active alerts found. Conditions can still change, so check again before leaving.
Weather outlook
Fiordland National Park forecast
Issued 8 Oct 2026, 9:24 pm
10 October 2026
Fine, then a few showers developing in the afternoon.
11 October 2026
A few showers.
12 October 2026
Partly cloudy with isolated showers.
13 October 2026
Heavy rain developing, with snow to 2500 metres.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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Lake Hauroko Lookout Track on the map
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About Lake Hauroko Lookout Track
This is a tramping track that is steep and rough, but well worth the effort. The track near the jetty follows along the lake edge before climbing steeply to the lookout. On a clear day there are stunning views of Lake Hauroko, Foveaux Strait to the south, the Takitimu Mountains to the east, and the Princess and Kaherekoau Mountains in the northwest.
Getting there for Lake Hauroko Lookout Track
This track starts and ends at Lake Hauroko in Fiordland, Southland. To get to Lake Hauroko from Tuatapere, head north towards Clifden (12 km, 10 min), and turn west along the Lillburn Valley Road to Lake Hauroko (about 36 km to the carpark, 20 km of which is unsealed road). Use this location 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 . We recommend trying these 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
Dog access for Lake Hauroko Lookout Track
No dogs.
Before you walk Lake Hauroko Lookout 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.