The track at Diamond Creek follows the true left bank of the creek to Lake Reid.
Following Earnslaw Burn through bush to the tussock basin at the head of this valley for impressive views of an icefall on Mt Earnslaw/Pikirakatahi.
At Glacier Burn you'll climb through beech forest to Glacier Basin. Follow the creek beyond to view the Humboldt Mountains.
Glenorchy Walkway offers excellent opportunities to view bird life as its boardwalk traverses wetlands. A great family walk ideal for picnics with views of Mt Earnslaw/Pikirakatahi.
Built by miners in the 1880s, the Invincible Gold Mine Track is an uphill walk that offers wonderful views of the Rees Valley and Mt Earnslaw/Pikirakatahi.
It takes half a day to climb to this beautiful sub-alpine tussock basin beneath Mt Earnslaw/Pikirakatahi.
A steep climb through red beech eases before reaching picturesque Lake Rere, a popular tourist destination in the late 19th century.
This well-defined track leads through old moraine river terraces and tall red beech/tawhai raunui to pretty Lake Sylvan in Mount Aspiring National Park.
This route to a bush-line musterers' hut is for experienced trampers. It is irregularly marked, steep and in parts obscure and washed out.
A good zigzag track climbs three quarters of the way up Mt Alfred. From there you'll follow a marked route to the bushline.
An easy going, well interpreted loop track ideal for a family walk. It passes through beech/tawhai forest and other vegetation, similar to what the famed Routeburn Track passes through.
This marked track traverses moraine through beech forest from Lake Sylvan.
Dogs are allowed in the Glenorchy Foreshore Conservation Area and Glenorchy Lagoon Wildlife Reserve, but must be on a lead.
back to top
Find businesses that are DOC-approved to provide guided activities and tours in the Glenorchy area.
NZ weather
New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres
Follow the Outdoor Safety Code: 1. Plan your trip 2. Tell someone 3. Be aware of the weather 4. Know your limits 5. Take sufficient supplies
Safety