Lake Tekapo Scenic Reserve
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There are several short walks in the Lake Tekapo Scenic Reserve that run along the lake front.
Domain Walk: The track starts at the Main Road Bridge and follows the lake shore to finish at the Skating Rink. There are information boards informing walkers of the area's history. You'll pass the hydro outlet and continue towards the campground and skating rink.
Cowans Hill Track: The track starts at the Main Road Bridge and follows the terraced edge of the Tekapo River towards the plantation behind the township. You'll head through forest, open country with tussock grassland to finish up in Cowan’s Hill carpark.
Pines Beach Walk: From Cowan’s Hill carpark, head to Pines Beach then on the Church of the Good Shepherd. The walkway begins at a stile opposite the junction of the carpark road with SH 8.
Great for a bit of casual family fun!
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Lieke vol Velde
Ranking: 7/10
Nice view of Mt Cook, you need to have good weather!
Katharina Schick
Ranking: 10/10
Beautiful lake with a nice colour!
Matt Newby
Ranking: 10/10
Great place for a MTB ride with lots of tracks criss crossing a compact area, suitable for kids, yet great XC fun for more experienced riders. Fenced off dog exercise area among the pine trees. Also great for a walk or just relax by the lake. There is a permanent orienteering course here (http://papo.org.nz/permanent-courses for info and maps) to make the day out even more enjoyable, and the easy course are suitable for anyone to have a go. Toilet at car park is newish and clean.
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Cora and Franzi
Ranking: 8/10
Very few tourists, so good location to have a relaxing walk.
Sofia Anderson
Ranking: 10/10
Very beautiful and scenic!
Evelina Johansson
Ranking: 10/10
This is the absolute most beautiful lake EVER! Love it.
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Andrea Morello
Ranking: 8/10
So far my favourite lake in New Zealand. The mix of mountains, wildlife and colour of this place are unique.
Mara
Ranking: 10/10
I will never forget the colour of the lake.
Patrick
Ranking: 10/10
So beautiful! In the night you can watch a fantastic sky with a lot of stars.
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Gina Lisi
Ranking: 10/10
Favourite place. Nice to swim in.
Billy Koichopolos
Ranking: 10/10
Amazing blue water, swam to a rock.
Maria
Ranking: 10/10
Incredible colour of the water and nice landscapes.
Mette, Bo, Viktor & Olivia Seligmann
Ranking: 10/10
Nice, nice, nice!! Bring your lunch and a picnic blanket, many nice spots around the lake. If you have kids, don't miss the small aerial ropeway just by the water (opposite side from the church).
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