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Waiwhakaata Lake Hayes Trail

8km loop

1hr bike

2-3hr walk

Intermediate -

Grade

3

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Waiwhakaata Lake Hayes Trail

8km loop

1hr bike

2-3hr walk

Grade

3

This beautiful 8km loop circumnavigates Waiwhakaata (water that reflects) and some of the most photographed scenery in the region. It’s easily enjoyed as a walk, run or short standalone ride, but many people incorporate it into bigger day rides from Arrowtown, Gibbston or Queenstown.

The Lake Hayes Trail can be enjoyed from several starting points, but is best incorporated from the Countryside Trail starting at Rutherford Road and travelling anti-clockwise. The trail climbs above the lake and meanders across the flanks of Slope Hill before dropping to the southern wetlands and crossing the boardwalks over Hayes Creek. Weaving between willows to the Lake Hayes Pavilion and past the Wakatipu Rowing Club, the trail has many opportunities to stop and admire the view, with a lovely picnic spot at Bendemeer Bay Reserve.

Note that the western and southern sides of the lake include some narrower, more exposed sections with steeper drops.

Waiwhakaata is currently the focus of a significant restoration project to reduce sediment load, improve water quality, restore native species and increase biodiversity. This intergenerational project aspires to be an exemplar in ecological restoration and a case study for other catchment restorations across the motu.

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What to See & Do Along the Trail

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Things to do
Spa

The Spa at Millbrook

A place of deep rest & rejuvenation with treatments to soothe body & mind.

1124 Malaghans Road, Arrowtown 9371

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Eat & Drink

FERGBUTCHER

Premium meats, locally made bread, takeaway hot food, and expertly brewed coffee.

7 Bush Creek Road, Arrowtown 9302

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Accommodation

Arrowfield Apartments

Luxury self-contained apartments in Arrowtown with private secure bike storage.

115 Essex Avenue,
Arrowtown 9302

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Track Transport
Bike Hire

Arrowtown Bike Hire

Quality bike hire and trail transport in the heart of Arrowtown.

59 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown 9302

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Things to do
Golf

Millbrook Golf

Two 18-hole golf courses showcasing dramatic terrain whilst delivering world-class golf.

1124 Malaghans Road, Arrowtown 9371

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Things to do

Millbrook Health & Fitness

Bright & modern Health & Fitness Centre - heated pool, personal training & group classes.

Accommodation

Millbrook Resort

Luxury resort offering accommodation, dining options, spa & 2 championship golf courses.

1124 Malaghans Road, Arrowtown 9371

Retail Store
Bike Hire
Bike Repair

ChargeAbout Queenstown

The finest eBikes available: Retail, workshop, rentals & advice.

77 Glenda Drive, Frankton, Queenstown 9300

Accommodation

The Cottages at Lake Hayes

Self-contained lakeside cottages located near the Waiwhakaata Lake Hayes Track - a peaceful rural base for exploring the Queenstown Trail network and Gibbston wine country.

4 Marshall Avenue, Threepwood, Lake Hayes Estate 9371

Tour Operator

Adventure South NZ

Premium fully-supported guided cycling tours on the Queenstown Trails and Central Otago network.

29 Iversen Terrace, Waltham, Christchurch 8011

Track Transport
Bike Hire

Around The Basin Bike Queenstown

Half-day, full-day and multi-day biking packages including bike hire & shuttle transport.

3 Searle Lane, Queenstown 9300

Eat & Drink
Things to do
Wine Tasting

Ayrburn

A stunning heritage, gastronomic and family destination located on the trail.

1 Ayr Avenue, Arrowtown-Lake Hayes Road, Arrowtown 9371

Track Transport
Bike Hire

Better by Bike

Better By Bike offers full day bike hire for self-guided rides on the stunning Queenstown trails.

4 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown 9302

Track Transport
Bike Hire

Going Blue Adventures

Premium eBikes, self-guided tours, and bike shuttle service.

36/159 Gorge Road, Queenstown 9300

Eat & Drink

Millbrook Dining

Five-star cuisine with multiple onsite restaurants catering to every taste.

1124 Malaghans Road, Arrowtown 9371

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Track Transport
Bike Hire
Tour Operator

nzbiketrails

eBike hire & trail transport: enjoy a self-guided ride between Kinross & Arthur's Point.

2300 Gibbston Highway (at Kinross), Gibbston 9371

Retail Store
Bike Hire
Bike Repair

Outside Sports

Premium outdoor gear, expert advice & bike rentals for hikers, bikers, skiers, & explorers

9 Shotover Street, Queenstown 9300

Track Transport
Bike Hire

Whizzy E-Bike Adventures

Explore the stunning trails at your own pace with self-guided e-bike adventures. Enjoy hassle-free shuttle transport and convenient hotel pickups. Perfect for thrill-seekers wanting freedom, fun, and breathtaking scenery. Pedal less, see more!

21 Margaret Place, Frankton, Queenstown 9300

Bike Hire
Track Transport

Queenstown Bike Hire

MTB & ebike hire, self-guided cycle packages, shuttle services & local expertise.

134 Gorge Road (Crn of Bowen St), Queenstown

Trail Essentials

Trailhead Locations & Parking

Multiple access points around the lake:

  • North Lake Hayes picnic area – most parking available here
  • Lake Hayes Pavilion & showgrounds on SH6
  • Bendemeer Bay
  • Arrowtown Road
  • Rutherford Road, off Speargrass Flat Road

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Toilets & Facilities

Toilets at the North Lake Hayes picnic area and the Rowing Club.

Water Stations

No water stations on trail — carry sufficient water.

Accessibility Notes

Grade 3 – Intermediate. Well-maintained gravel surface. Narrower and more exposed sections on the western and southern sides of the lake.

Adaptive Riding Info

Trail Width: Varies between <1m and >2m; the narrowest sections are found on the western and southern sides of the lake. Steep drops and exposed, narrow sections of trail along the western side of the lake.

Steep Sections:

  • Both approaches to the trail on the western side of the lake are steep
  • Several short steep sections around the whole trail loop
  • The section that shares Rutherford Road includes a very steep section near the lake (this part of the road is sealed)

Structures:

  • Long sections of narrow boardwalk at the southern end of the lake
  • Narrow bridges

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Trail Etiquette & Safety

Popular trail shared by walkers, dog walkers and bikers — keep speeds down and give way to pedestrians. Boardwalks at the southern end — ride with care. Narrower sections on the western side require caution.

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