09 October 2026
Mainly fine but the chance of an inland afternoon or evening shower. Areas of low cloud or fog possible at night. Light winds but easterlies about the coast for a time this afternoon.
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1 / 6Mavora Lakes Conservation Park
South Mavora Lake walking track
Walk next to South Mavora Lake.
Distance
10.59 km
Difficulty
Easy
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
Southland forecast
Issued 9 Oct 2026, 4:49 pm
10 October 2026
Areas of low cloud or fog in the morning and again at night, otherwise partly cloudy with isolated afternoon and evening showers. Easterlies about the coast for a time in the afternoon.
11 October 2026
Fine, but becoming mostly cloudy with isolated showers in the evening. Northerlies, turning westerly in the afternoon.
12 October 2026
Fine. Northwesterlies developing in the morning.
13 October 2026
Showers developing in the morning. Northwesterlies, dying out in the evening.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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South Mavora Lake walking track on the map
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About South Mavora Lake walking track
Essential preparation for South Mavora Lake walking track
The track begins at the swingbridge near the camping area and follows the Mararoa River downstream along the shores of South Mavora Lake to the swingbridge at its outlet. Use this location on Google Maps to help find your way there. You can extend this walk to Kiwi Burn Hut on the Kiwi Burn Hut Track.
Dog access for South Mavora Lake walking track
Dogs on a leash only.
Before you walk South Mavora Lake walking 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.