9 km one way
2 - 3 hr
Dogs allowed. Keep dog under control at all times. Other pets on conservation land rules.
Look out for the Round Hill Snow Area access road on Lilybank Road. Lilybank Road is a long, gravel road so take care driving on this surface.
Drive 3 km up Round Hill Snow Area road to a formed carpark. Walk uphill on foot from here and look out for the poled route through Coal River and on towards Camp Stream Hut.
This track is on the eastern shores of Lake Tekapo. Turn off SH8 at Tekapo onto Lilybank Road which is a gravel road.
Map: NZTopo50 BY17 Lake Tekapo
Stay safe in the outdoors
- Choose the right trip for you. Learn about the route and make sure you have the skills for it.
- Understand the weather. Check weather forecasts.
- Pack warm clothes and extra food. Check gear lists.
- Share your plans and take ways to get help. Share directly or use the Outdoor Intentions form or Plan My Walk. Take a distress beacon.
- Take care of yourself and each other.
| Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Visitor Centre | |
|---|---|
| Phone | +64 3 435 1186 |
| mtcookvc@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | 1 Larch Grove Aoraki/Mount Cook 7999 |
| Hours | Visitor centre hours and services |
| DOC Customer Service Centre | |
|---|---|
| Phone | 0800 275 362 |
| info@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | DOC offices |