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Nelson Lakes National Park

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Nelson Lakes National Park
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Places in Nelson Lakes

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Angelus Hut, Nelson Lakes National ParkAngelus HutBeloved alpine hut beside Lake AngelusLodging · RestroomAngelus Hut Campsite, Nelson Lakes National ParkAngelus Hut CampsiteAlpine tents by Lake Angelus with hut amenities next doorRestroom · CampgroundBlue Lake Hut, Nelson Lakes National ParkBlue Lake HutBackcountry hut steps from sacred, crystal-clear Blue LakeLodging · RestroomLake Angelus, Nelson Lakes National ParkLake AngelusAlpine lake with a hut and big-sky ridge approachCampground · RestroomLake Rotoiti, Nelson Lakes National ParkLake RotoitiEmerald lake ringed by beech forest with an iconic jettyTrailhead · ParkingLake Rotoiti Jetty, Nelson Lakes National ParkLake Rotoiti JettyIconic jetty for reflections, eels, and summer swimsParking · RestroomMount Angelus, Nelson Lakes National ParkMount AngelusAlpine summit above Lake Angelus with huge 360-degree viewsScenic ViewpointRobert Ridge, Nelson Lakes National ParkRobert RidgeExposed alpine ridge to the picture‑perfect Angelus HutScenic Viewpoint

Trails in Nelson Lakes

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Blue Lake/Rotomairewhenua Track, Nelson Lakes National ParkChallengingBlue Lake/Rotomairewhenua TrackSacred, crystal-clear lake reached by a demanding multi-day tramp.5 mi · 3.5 hrAngelus Circuit, Nelson Lakes National ParkChallengingAngelus CircuitAlpine ridge-and-lake loop to a bucket-list hut at Lake Angelus13.9 mi · 12 hrTravers Saddle Track, Nelson Lakes National ParkChallengingTravers Saddle TrackClassic alpine pass day on the Travers–Sabine Circuit; steep, serious0 mi · 8 hrMount Robert Circuit, Nelson Lakes National ParkModerateMount Robert CircuitRidgeline loop with huge Lake Rotoiti views and steady climbs.5.6 mi · 3.5 hrRobert Ridge Route, Nelson Lakes National ParkChallengingRobert Ridge RouteExposed alpine ridge to Lake Angelus with big lake and basin views7.6 mi · 6 hrTravers-Sabine Circuit, Nelson Lakes National ParkChallengingTravers-Sabine CircuitAlpine hut circuit over Travers Saddle with a Blue Lake detour49 mi · 31 hrMt Cedric Track, Nelson Lakes National ParkChallengingMt Cedric TrackSteep, view packed ridge to Angelus Hut via Lake Rotoroa.4.2 mi · 6 hrSpeargrass - Angelus Route, Nelson Lakes National ParkChallengingSpeargrass - Angelus RouteSheltered beech to alpine route to lake‑ringed Angelus Hut7.5 mi · 5.5 hr

Find wildlife in Nelson Lakes

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New Zealand Falcon in Nelson Lakes National ParkNew Zealand FalconReports peak in the late morning, around 9 AM20 sightingsWeka in Nelson Lakes National ParkWekaReports peak in the early morning, around 7 AM37 sightingsKererū in Nelson Lakes National ParkKererūReports peak in the late morning, around 9 AM10 sightingsBlack Swan in Nelson Lakes National ParkBlack SwanReports peak in the early morning, around 8 AM55 sightingsParadise Shelduck in Nelson Lakes National ParkParadise ShelduckReports peak in the early morning, around 6 AM22 sightingsTūī in Nelson Lakes National ParkTūīReports peak in the early morning, around 7 AM13 sightingsBellbird in Nelson Lakes National ParkBellbirdReports peak in the early morning, around 7 AM70 sightingsLittle Pied Cormorant in Nelson Lakes National ParkLittle Pied CormorantReports peak in the early evening, around 5 PM21 sightings

Before you go

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CAUTION

Lindavia (lake snow) biosecurity hazard

Lindavia is present in Lakes Rotoiti and Rotoroa; follow DOC’s cleaning and water-contact precautions. - The invasive alga causes lake snow, a sticky mucus that hangs below the surface of the water. - Ensure all your gear is completely dry for 48 hours before swimming or taking water from any alpine lake or tarn, including Rotomaninitua/Lake Angelus. - Use biosecurity cleaning stations at Coldwater Hut, Lakehead Hut and Sabine Hut to disinfect boots, socks, clothing, towels or drink bottles that are wet or damp from lake or river water. - Do not touch the water in Rotomairewhenua/Blue Lake or Rotopōhueroa/Lake Constance. Check the current Nelson Lakes conditions before travelling.

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CLOSURE

Rotoroa Route permanently closed

The Rotoroa Route is permanently closed; do not plan to use it. - The closure affects the route alongside the eastern side of Lake Rotoroa, between Rotoroa village and Sabine Hut. - It does not affect trampers on the Travers–Sabine Circuit unless they planned to end their trip at Rotoroa village. Check the current Rotoroa Route status before travelling.

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CAUTION

Bridge removed on Sabine–D'Urville track

The bridge between Sabine Hut and D’Urville Hut has been removed, so trampers must cross a stream. - The bridge was removed at GR E1571366 N5359831; the stream is approximately 1 m deep at normal flow. - After rain, the stream may not be safe to cross. Do not cross if the stream is flooded, you cannot find safe entry and exit points, or you are unsure it is safe—turn back or wait for the river to drop. If in doubt, stay out. Check the current Sabine Hut track conditions before travelling.

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