About
Easy hike with swing bridges and unreal views of mount cook.
Why go
- One of new zealand's most spectacular and iconic hikes
- Insane views
- One of the most beautiful hikes
Must try
- Hike the hooker valley track
- Cross three suspension bridges
- See icebergs in hooker lake
- New zealand's longest suspension bridge (189m)
Pro tips
- Go early to beat crowds and for clearer skies
- Start mid-morning (10:30 am onwards) in winter
- Allow 3 hours return
- Park at white horse hill campground
- Dress in layers, wear sturdy boots
Good to know
- Track closed until autumn 2026 (check status)
- Weather changes rapidly, check forecast
- Do not walk on the frozen lake ice
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Rating
4.8 / 5 (5865 reviews)
Opening Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |