Haast Pass Lookout Track

Walking track Walking track

Time:  

1 hr 30 min return

Distance:  

2 km

Getting there

Haast Pass is on State Highway 6, the road linking Wanaka and Haast.

About the area

Waterfall near Davis Flat, Haast Pass. Photo: C Rudge.

Haast Pass/Tioripatea

Haast Pass/Tioripatea is a spectacular and scenic road linking Wanaka and Haast. The scenery includes mountains, rainforest, rivers, wetlands and sea.


Description

This newly formed track leads to a view point above the bushline that provides a stunning vista.

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

 
Weather

NZ weather

Maps

New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres

Information

Track category definitions

Plan and prepare for your trip

The Great Walks

Stop the spread of didymo
Check, Clean, Dry
all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.

Safety

Safety information

Always contact the nearest visitor centre for the latest information about facilities and conditions.

Check the Otago important visitor notices and track updates

Contact
Makarora Visitor Centre
Phone:      +64 3 443 8365
Address:   Haast Pass Highway
Email:   makaroravc@doc.govt.nz
Full office details

Wanaka Area Office
Phone:      +64 3 443 7660
Email:   mtaspiringvc@doc.govt.nz
Full office details