Lake Hayes Walkway
DOC track · Otago
Lake Hayes Walkway is a 7.2 km DOC walk in Otago with 49 m of climbing and a high point of 357 m.
Stroll, walk, run or cycle around a lake surrounded by spectacular mountains. This track is part of Te Araroa Trail.
Track stats
| Distance | 7.2 km |
|---|---|
| Time (DOC) | 2 - 3 hr |
| Difficulty (DOC) | Easy |
| Track type | Walking Track |
| Elevation gain | 49 m |
| Elevation loss | 38 m |
| Highest point | 357 m |
| Lowest point | 330 m |
| Region | Otago |
| Start | -44.96802, 168.81318 |
| End | -44.97221, 168.81676 |
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
GPX file
Download the Lake Hayes Walkway 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
- Arrowtown Chinese Settlement (3.6 km away)
- Lake Alta Track (9.7 km away)
- Rock Peak Track (10.3 km away)
- Oxenbridge Tunnel Track (11.5 km away)
- Atleys Track (12.2 km away)
Plan it offline in TrailTreks
Plan Lake Hayes Walkway in the free TrailTreks: NZ Topo Maps app: LINZ topo maps that work with no signal, DOC huts, tracks and alerts, and mountain weather.