Lake Matheson is nestled in ancient forest and is famous for mirror views of Aoraki/Mount Cook and Mount Tasman. Its excellent reflecting …See more
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Jul 17, 2024
We did the short walk to-the first viewpoint and got fab pics of the mirror lake. Easy walk, did pass someone pushing a wheelchair would have been difficult terrain. Bonus was getting great view of f… Full review by lorenal122
Jun 6, 2024
Lovely walk around the lake, we were very lucky with the weather, great views. I recommend bringing a little snack with you and have a little picnic at one of the benches around the lake. Full review by BoardingPass751843
May 11, 2024
We have been doing this walk for many, many years as tourists. We've mainly come in spring and early summer, and you can either get a perfectly calm mirror lake (and then the light might be all wron… Full review by stark t
Suitable for wheelchair? I am confused as some says it's flat but some says the are areas which are steep and challenging for wheelchair. Hope to get a better picture from you guys. Thanks.
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As others say the beginning would be ok with help, depends on the type of chair and whether its muddy, you could certainly get to where the main view is and then return. Another walk, …
As others say the beginning would be ok with help, depends on the type of chair and whether its muddy, you could certainly get to where the main view is and then return. Another walk, worth doing is to see the Gloworms at dusk, that is a good path. Have fun .
Hi, may I know where we can park car, maybe near the cafe? I'll come with my wife and 2 kids aged 9 and 13, how long does it take a walk to have those stunning view? Many thanks.
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Heaps of free parking plus a cafe and souvenir shop. Full walk around the lake takes about 90 minutes. Easy walking for all ages.
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