Isthmus Peak Track

DOC track · Otago

Isthmus Peak Track is a 7.5 km DOC walk in Otago with 1,030 m of climbing and a high point of 1,383 m.

Isthmus Peak Track
Photo: Department of Conservation

Isthmus Peak Track is a steep and challenging but rewarding hike located between Lake Wānaka and Lake Hāwea, offering panoramic views of both lakes and the Southern Alps.

— Department of Conservation, CC BY 4.0

Track stats

Distance7.5 km
Time (DOC)5 to 7 hr return from Isthmus Peak Track car park
Difficulty (DOC)Advanced
Track typeWalking Track
Elevation gain1,030 m
Elevation loss27 m
Highest point1,383 m
Lowest point373 m
RegionOtago
Start-44.46378, 169.24567
End-44.46270, 169.20026

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

Elevation profile of Isthmus Peak TrackElevation from 375 m to 1,382 m over 7.54 km.0 m500 m1,000 m1,500 m0 km2 km4 km6 km
Elevation from 375 m to 1,382 m over 7.54 km.

GPX file

Download the Isthmus Peak Track 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.

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