Bob’s Cove Track and Nature Walk
DOC track · Otago
Bob’s Cove Track and Nature Walk is a 6.6 km DOC walk in Otago with 171 m of climbing and a high point of 387 m.
This short walk passes through native bush to reach a stunning cove on Lake Wakatipu, with an optional climb to Picnic Point – it's a great option for kids.
Track stats
| Distance | 6.6 km |
|---|---|
| Time (DOC) | 20 min to Bobs Cove, 30 min to Picnic Point |
| Difficulty (DOC) | Easy |
| Track type | Walking Track |
| Elevation gain | 171 m |
| Elevation loss | 159 m |
| Highest point | 387 m |
| Lowest point | 308 m |
| Region | Otago |
| Start | -45.07561, 168.51192 |
| End | -45.06617, 168.53326 |
Distance, elevation and the profile are worked out by TrailTreks from DOC's track line and the LINZ 8 m elevation model, from the start marker on the map. Time and difficulty are DOC's.
Elevation profile
Campsites near the track
- Twelve Mile Delta Campsite (0.1 km from the track)
GPX file
Download the Bob’s Cove Track and Nature Walk GPX file (DOC's full track line with elevations) for your GPS or mapping app.
Alerts and conditions
Check current alerts on DOC before you go: tracks close for slips, floods, fire risk and pest control. The DOC page also has access, facilities and safety information.
Nearby DOC tracks
- Twelve Mile Delta to Bob’s Cove Track (0.0 km away)
- Mt Crichton Loop Track (2.0 km away)
- Lake Dispute to Moke Lake Track (3.6 km away)
- Lake Dispute Walkway (3.6 km away)
- Seven Mile Point Track (6.5 km away)
Plan it offline in TrailTreks
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