Lake Ōhau Village

This sparkling blue lake is nestled at the bottom of the majestic Southern Alps, fed from the crystal-clear waters of the Hopkins and Dobson Rivers.

Set against the snow-capped mountains and between the glistening shores, the village of Lake Ōhau is popular with visitors during summer and winter.

Get away from the hustle and bustle and explore walking and hiking tracks, water sports, the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail, and the Ōhau Snow Fields. Only an hour and quarter’s drive from Aoraki Mount Cook, turn onto Lake Ōhau Road which is about half-way between Twizel and Ōmarama on State Highway 85 to get there.

For the social butterfly, visit Lake Ōhau Lodge which has spectacular views of the lake and mountains and is a great place to stay and socialise – especially if you’ve just finished Section 3 of the A2O cycle trail. For the camping enthusiast, there are numerous campgrounds around Lake Ōhau, or set your heart on a cosy, modern lodge-style option at Lake Ōhau Quarters which is also the gateway to the Hopkins Valley.