Nelson Lakes National Park
Top Adventures in Nelson Lakes National Park
Backpack to Lake Angelus Alpine Hut
7.6 mi
/ 3987 ft gain
From the Mt. Robert car park, take the Pinchgut Track up to the Bushline shelter (approx. 1 hr 30 mins). This beginning portion of the track is steep, with numerous switchbacks that will have you questioning whether you really need everything in y...
Winter Overnight in Lake Angelus Hut
7.5 mi
/ 4000 ft gain
This is a popular and crowded route in summer months, but in winter you could have this 28 bunk hut with a stove all to yourself!Begin by climbing switchbacks to the summit of Mt Roberts and then following the crest of Robert Ridge. The route is e...
Hike the Mount Robert Circuit
5.6 mi
/ 1902.9 ft gain
Nelson Lakes National Park is famous for the overnight trip to Lake Angelus Hut, but without the right experience it is a dangerous track. So a simpler alternative is the Mount Robert Circuit which can be done as a day tramp or turn it into an awe...
Backpack and Kayak to Blue Lake
5.0
31.1 mi
/ 1430.4 ft gain
This lake has the clearest visibility fresh water found anywhere in the world with visibility between the 70-80 meter range. And the Colours are beautiful! (We just ask that you do not swim in this lake or do your dish washing in it as it is a sup...
