Bob’s Cove Bridle Track
Walking track
Time:
45 min
Getting there
Access to Bob's Cove Bridle Track is from Bob's Cove Track and Nature Walk.
About the area
The Queenstown area has some of New Zealand’s most spectacular scenery and natural features. The region also has a rich history of both gold mining and settlement. Several walks follow goldfield trails that enable you to explore and enjoy the outstanding scenery at the same time.
Description
People walking along Bob's Cove
track
Follow history along the original Bridle track linking Queenstown and Glenorchy. Original schist retaining walls can still be seen north of Bob’s Cove. Kowhai, fuchsia and rata trees border Lake Wakatipu, feeding nectar-loving birds such as bellbirds and tui. The tender shoots of the flowering kowhai and fuchsia are eaten by the kereru, our native pigeon. The track also passes through one of Wakatipu’s last remaining mature stands of red beech.
Plan and prepare
Warning: please do not walk back along Glenorchy Road, as it is too narrow for pedestrians.
What to expect on a walking track:
- Easy to moderate walking from a few minutes to a day
- Track is mostly well formed, some sections may be steep, rough or muddy
- Suitable for people with low to moderate fitness and abilities
- Clearly sign posted. Stream and river crossings are bridged
- Walking shoes or light tramping/hiking boots required