Glenorchy Walkway
Walking track
Time:
1 hr loop track
Getting there
Located in the Glenorchy township.
About the area
Glenorchy, at the head of Lake Wakatipu, is the gateway to some of New Zealand’s best-known, multi-day tracks. There are also good one-day tracks, with many shorter walks nearby.
Description
Looking over Glenorchy Lagoon on the
Glenorchy walkway
Glenorchy Walkway offers excellent opportunities to view bird life, including black swans and Canada Geese, as its boardwalk traverses wetlands just north of Glenorchy. A great family walk ideal for picnics with views of Mt Earnslaw / Pikirakatahi.
Activities
Dog walking
Dogs are allowed on the Glenorchy Walkway, but must be on a lead.
Plan and prepare
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