8 October 2026
Partly cloudy. Isolated showers in the afternoon and evening.
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Luggate Creek Track
This short, easy amble leads from Luggate township down to the Clutha River.
Distance
1.7 km
Walking time
20 min one way
Difficulty
Easiest
Dogs
On-lead only
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
Southern Lakes forecast
Issued 8 Oct 2026, 7:33 am
9 October 2026
Cloud about the terrain lifting in the morning, then returning in the evening. Isolated afternoon and evening showers.
10 October 2026
Partly cloudy with isolated showers.
11 October 2026
Partly cloudy.
12 October 2026
Fine.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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Luggate Creek Track on the map
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Essential information for Luggate Creek Track
This is a shared-use track. Respect others, respect the rules, respect the track.
Getting there for Luggate Creek Track
From Wānaka, drive southeast along SH6 for 12 km to reach the township of Luggate. There are car parks and public toilets along the main road, across from the Luggate Hotel. From there, walk back along the highway to the Luggate Creek bridge, where the track starts. Use this location in Google Maps to find your way there. Alternatively, start from Harris Place, Luggate.
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 Luggate Creek Track
Dogs on a leash only.
Before you walk Luggate Creek 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.