Lake Hawea
Hāwea Conservation Park offers both impressive landscapes and a wide range of recreational activities such as walking, hunting, fishing, skiing, climbing and mountain biking.
Get information about the plants, animals, landforms and history of the area.
Conservation parks can accommodate a wider range of activities than national parks, and Hāwea offers a wide range of recreational activities such as walking, hunting, fishing, skiing, climbing and mountain biking.
Find places to stay in the Hāwea Conservation Park - there are a number of huts in the area, as well as camping areas just beyond its borders.
Plan and prepare for your trip to Hāwea Conservation Park.
Find businesses that are DOC-approved to provide activities and services in Hāwea Conservation Park.
Wanaka outdoor pursuits brochure (PDF, 1,877K)
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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
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