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      <image:title>Lake Tekapo - Cowans Hill Trail</image:title>
      <image:caption>Walk, run, MTB. Dogs must be on a lead. E-Bikes are allowed but there are two stiles to lift over. Cell phone coverage. Distance: 6.3 km from Tekapo Township Description Overlooking the picturesque Lake Tekapo, Cowans Hill offers visitors a tranquil escape into nature's beauty. The short hike to the top rewards hikers with panoramic views of the stunning turquoise waters of the lake, framed by the majestic Southern Alps in the distance. Whether you're an avid hiker or simply seeking a peaceful spot to unwind, Cowans Hill is a must-visit destination. This walk offers amazing views of the Mackenzie Basin. Getting there: Start from Tekapo town. Go east over the bridge on footpath. Right onto the path, find DoC sign. Walk to info panel by river. Follow path past homes into forest to stile. Cross to grassland, then to seat and another stile. Go left along road, see DoC sign. Cross SH8 to park. Head to Lilybank Rd on park tracks. Walk along lake to Tekapo town.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Tekapo Lakeshore Trails Township to Pines Beach Trail  Walk, run or MTB (Grade 1-2).  Distance: 3.5 km one way Description: The Lake Tekapo trail goes from town to Pines Beach, suitable for swimming and boating. It extends 1.9km to from the Old Homestead Carpark, where toilets are located. Please use toilets at Homestead Carpark, take your trash with you, and be respectful. When biking, you may want to use the road or lower track near the Dog Statue. Getting there:  From Tekapo Township, cross the footbridge and follow the lakeshore on the gravel path into the Regional Park. Return any which way and if you have small children there are plenty of places to rescue them with a vehicle when they won’t walk any further! Township to Tekapo Springs Walk, run or MTB (Grade 1-2).  Distance: 2.8 km one way Description: This easy, flat and gravelled trail basically follows the Tekapo lakeshore from the Township to Tekapo Springs and the start of the Mt John Walkway. Getting there:  From Tekapo Town, walk to the supermarket. Go around the wooden fence to a gravel carpark. Continue past the BeSpoke Bikes shop onto Lakeside Drive. Contnue on the lakeshore path alongside the lake. This trail ends at the Tekapo Springs. For the more adventurous, it’s possible to continue on the Mt John walkway that starts near the Springs.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Walk, run or MTB (Grade 2 -3).  Distance: 5.6 km Description: This easy, popular circuit offers beautiful views of Lake Tekapo and Lake McGregor from a very different angle to what you see from Tekapo township. It is a DoC track marked with orange poles but sometimes a little hard to find amongst the rosehips so look carefully. At the northern point it is worth walking down to the lakeshore (dotted line) and turning south for a short way to get a closeup view of the white cliffs you look across at from Lilybank Rd. Their chalky texture are very striking in the morning sun. This is unmarked so just climb down the bank where it is low and easy. The trail is open all the way. You must use the public toilets in Tekapo before you venture out. All rubbish must be taken out. Leave no trace. Closed for lambing mid-October to mid-December. No dogs, no exceptions. If MTBiking, it is advisable to take the right hand fork but take care on the steep descents. If going in the opposite direction, you may have to push your bike on two short uphill sections. Getting there:  From Tekapo Township, travel west and turn right onto Godley Peaks Rd.     Continue 5.7 km to a small carpark.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Mt John Walkway Walk, run. Dogs on a lead. Cell phone coverage. Distances:  Mt John Walkway Circuit ,8.5 km Tekapo Springs to Mt John Summit – 1.5 km Tekapo Springs to South Summit Circuit – 2.8 km Description: This trail is uphill all the way to the top but many zigzags make it possible for most people. The first part of the trail is through the trees to a seat overlooking the lake. Continue through the small gate, until you come out into the open. Pass another seat and either take the trail on the right to the South Summit or continue over the stile on the Mt John Walkway. A side trail marked on the right will take you to the Astro Café on the summit, or continue on the loop, crossing the road until another stile. From here follow the well worn track down the ridge and complete the circuit back to Tekapo Springs. The circuit can be undertaken in either direction but local advice is to go clockwise and enjoy the expansive views as you head down the Mt John ridge and return along the lakeshore. Getting there: Walking - from the Tekapo township, walk following the lake behind the supermarket and onto a concrete path. Follow this path to the start of the trail on your left just before Tekapo Springs Driving - drive west not far on SH8 and turn right onto Lakeside Drive. The trail starts on the left before Tekapo Springs. Car-parking is available close to the trail at the end of the road.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Toby on his way to Lake George Scott from the top of Andrew Don Drive, Tekapo.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Lake McGregor Circuit Walk, run, MTB. Dogs prohibited. E-Bikes but fence to lift over. Cell phone coverage. Distance: 4.6 km loop Description: Easy open walking/biking across a mixture of farmland, 4WD track and road. From the highpoint you will be able to see three lakes: Tekapo, Alexandrina, and McGregor. This trail is in a wildlife refuge and dogs or pets strictly prohibited. Keep an eye out for the rare Australasian crested grebes which breed and inhabit these lakes. Please Note: This is an unmarked track but you can’t get lost. If biking, we suggest you go in an anti-clockwise direction. At certain times of the year the track below the Lake Alexandrina Rd can be underwater and/or fishermen are using the single track. Please be respectful and use the gravel road instead. Getting there: From Tekapo, drive west on SH8 to Godley Peaks Rd - turn right onto and travel ~ 6.5 km, cross a bridge, and reach a cattle stop. Park on the left after the cattle stop and find a blue waratah to cross the fence. Walk west to the next blue waratah, cross the fence, and climb briefly on a sheep track above the lake. Follow the 4WD track past huts. Cross a foot bridge at the outlet, then walk by the stream or on the road back. Optionally, combine with the Lake Alexandrina Trail for a longer hike.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Lagoon Trail and Frog Rock Walk, run or MTB. Dogs prohibited Distances Lagoon Circuit – 8.5 km Frog Rock Circuit – 3 km Description: Lagoon Trail –8.5 km loop trail at Regional Park's southeast corner. Scenic farmland route in high country. Offers wide views, part gravel single track, part grass, part widened sheep paths. Some rocks to add fun to the valley section. Stunning lagoon at end for picnics. Frog Rock – Named after the glacier's large erratic rock, this family-friendly trail offers stunning views of the Southern Alps and Mt Edward. Choose direction based on wind: nor’wester - terrace first; no wind - valley first. Getting there: Walk/bike east from Tekapo township. Cross footbridge, follow lakeshore trail on Pioneer Drive towards Regional Park Info Panel. Veer right to small wooden park gate on Lilybank Road. Opposite gate, find unmarked uphill dirt track. Follow park fenceline on right to stile, e-bike gate with Lagoon Trail blue sign. Trail has blue waratahs and directional posts.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Lake George Scott -Powerhouse Road Circuit Walk, run or MTB.  Distances:  Full circuit – 7.7 km Description: This less-used road circuit is as interesting as the Mackenzie. Walk or bike beside the man-made kayak course, with or without water. Passing Lake George Scott, see the Lake Tekapo A power station, cross the dam and canals that attract fishermen. Do the full circuit or explore the kayak course and return up the gravel road. The start is part of the Alps 2 Ocean and Te Araroa Trails. Getting there: Walk/bike from the Tekapo township, head west onto Aorangi Crescent, onto Andrew Don Drive until the road becomes gravel. Continue on the gravel road to the Canoe Course sign. Turn left to explore the kayak course loop or continue ahead to the Genesis gates. Continue through the bike gates along the canal to the bridge then head up the sealed road to SH8. At this intersection, there is Sams’s Track taking you above SH8 down to D’Archaic Drive past Peppers Resort and back into Tekapo township.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Lake Alexandrina Walk, run, MTB. Dogs prohibited. E-Bikes but fences to lift over. Cell phone coverage. Distance: 7.7 km one way to the top of the lake. The circuit is approximately 18.5 km. Description: Predominantly flat, easy walking following a sheep track with magnificent views. Bikeable but single track and quite rocky.  This trail is in a wildlife refuge and dogs or pets strictly prohibited. Keep an eye out for the rare Australasian crested grebes which breed and inhabit these lakes. Solid line on map: track ends at top of Lake. Dotted lines show public access on Unformed Legal Road (ULR) around lake. Trail not formed; swampy at top. Western side: 4WD tracks unmarked. Stay ≤40m near lake on ULR otherwise you are trespassing on private property, hindering Tekapo Trails' efforts. Getting there: Drive west on SH8 from Tekapo to Godley Peaks Rd past Peppers Bluewater Resort. Turn right, drive for 4 km, turn left at farmgate, close gate, drive 2 km on gravel to huts and Lake Alexandrina. Park, walk lakeshore. Connect with Lake McGregor Trail for lake views and a longer hike.</image:caption>
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