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Lake Hayes

Arrowtown, New Zealand

Nature

A small lake between Queenstown and Arrowtown with a gravel path around the shore and trees that turn orange in autumn. The calm water gives good reflections early in the morning. There is a car park and picnic area on the eastern side.

Nearest town
Arrowtown, New Zealand
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
-44.9740, 168.8030

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually February–April and November–December. Still fine, with some compromises, in January and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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FAQs

Where is Lake Hayes?

Lake Hayes is in Arrowtown, New Zealand, at GPS -44.9740, 168.8030.

Which road trips pass Lake Hayes?

Lake Hayes is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Queenstown, Glenorchy and Arrowtown on Lake Wakatipu.

What is there to see near Lake Hayes?

Places worth a stop nearby: Lakes District Museum (5 km), Arrowtown Chinese Settlement (5 km), Kawarau Bridge Bungy (10 km) and Queenstown Gardens (13 km).

When is the best time to visit Lake Hayes?

The most pleasant months are usually February–April and November–December. Still fine, with some compromises, in January and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)