Activities at Lake Tekapo
Tracks and walks
Other activities
Recreation has always been an important part of the township of Lake Tekapo.
Tramping, climbing and hunting have long been associated with the area, while the Mt Dobson skifield and the skating rink assure year-round activity. The lake provides opportunity for water sports, and camping and fishing are also popular activities.
Today, Lake Tekapo is thriving, with tourism being a major contributor to the town's economy.
Mountain biking - Scotts Pond
This ride starts 300 m south of the Tekapo Scientific Reserve sign, along the Fairlie-Tekapo Road (Highway 8 - just 3.5 km out of Tekapo). Riders need to lift their bikes over the first locked gate which is approximately 100 m from the highway. Follow the established track until 100 m from the pylons. Take the right fork in the track over another locked gate. Then take the left track down a rocky descent and along the river flats to Scotts Pond - return the same way. Total trip length is approximately 6 km.
Guided activities and tours