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Trip Planner:   South Pacific  /  New Zealand  /  South Island  /  Southland Region  /  Fiordland National Park  /  Te Anau  /  Te Anau Lion Lookout Point

Te Anau Lion Lookout Point, Te Anau

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#46 of 57 in Things to do in Te Anau
Lookout · Hidden Gem · Tourist Spot
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Enjoy sweeping views over the town and the lake at Te Anau Lion Lookout Point. Take a slight detour from Ramparts Road to reach this lookout. A raised viewing platform at the end of a gravel road sits next to a grassed area ideal for a family picnic. Visit in the morning for the best photo ops. Plan a trip to Te Anau easily and quickly by telling Inspirock to suggest an itinerary.
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  • By AshleyDevon
    Hands down the best spot for enjoying the sunset over Te Anau. Beautiful views that everyone should experience. Grab some takeaways in town and head up the hill to the lookout point and you will be.....  more
    Hands down the best spot for enjoying the sunset over Te Anau. Beautiful views that everyone should experience. Grab some takeaways in town and head up the hill to the lookout point and you will be.....  more »
  • By vrkung
    We took a 5 minutes detour from the main road to this lookout before entering Te Anau. With good 360' view overseeing the Te Anau Lake giving us a pre-emble before arriving the town. Recommended. 
    We took a 5 minutes detour from the main road to this lookout before entering Te Anau. With good 360' view overseeing the Te Anau Lake giving us a pre-emble before arriving the town. Recommended.  more »
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  • By Tony M
    Not far off the main road. Great views on a clear day
  • By Julie Robertson
    Amazing, Amazing view. Stunning weather too. Love it
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