The Southland Region is home to some the best great walks in New Zealand
We’ve been out walking all over the Southland Region and written about our journeys. See the best walking trails in the Southland Region. This page lists the towns, cities and areas in the Southland Region where there is great walking and hiking. Click into an area to view all the walks, each hike has stunning photos, trail details, location map, points of interest and much more.
Lake Pukaki walks and hiking
Find out why Lake Pukaki is one of the best places to walk & explore. Discover our favourite short walks or full day hiking tracks around the Lake Pukaki area. Located in the stunning South Island of New Zealand, Lake Pukaki has plenty of great walking and hiking.
Lake Tekapo walks and hiking
Our best walks in Lake Tekapo. Get 360 views from the top of Cowans Hill Walkway. Stunning views from Lake Tekapo Walkway. See track times, hiking length, quality, history and more.
Manapouri walks and hiking
Our best walks in Manapouri. The walk to Fraser Beach from Manapouri Visitor center has great views. See track times, hiking length, quality, history and more.
Milford Sound Walks
Discover our favourite short walks and full day hiking tracks in our Milford Sound walks guide.
Te Anau walks guide
Find out why Te Anau is one of the best places to walk & explore. Discover our favourite short walks or full day hiking tracks around the Te Anau area. Located in the stunning Fiordland National Park, South Island of New Zealand, has plenty of great walking and hiking.
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