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Trip Planner:   South Pacific  /  New Zealand  /  South Island  /  Southland Region  /  Fiordland National Park  /  Mirror Lakes Walk

Mirror Lakes Walk, Milford Sound

4.5
#4 of 15 in Trails in Southland Region
Hiking Trail · Nature / Park
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Get a double dose of the stunning natural beauty at Mirror Lakes Walk, where the natural brush, lush greenery, and snow-capped mountains reflect onto the crystal-clear water below. Surrounding the lake are a handful of walking trails varying in difficulty, where visitors can spot the diving ducks unique to the area and the bright blue lupine flowers in bloom. Enjoy this scenic vantage point from the comfort of the cozy cafe, with a warm drink in hand. Use our Milford Sound itinerary maker app to add Mirror Lakes Walk and other attractions to your Milford Sound vacation plans.
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Tours to Mirror Lakes Walk

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Duration: 13h
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BOOK WITH VIATOR Full-Day Milford Sound Tour with Cruise and Walks from Te Anau
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Duration: 9h
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5.0
Duration: 10h
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BOOK WITH VIATOR Small Group, Award Winning, Full Day Milford Sound Experience from Queenstown
4.9
Duration: 13h
Tours from $160 ›
BOOK WITH VIATOR Milford Sound Day Tour and Cruise from Queenstown
4.7
Duration: 12h 30min
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BOOK WITH VIATOR Luxury Milford Sound Coach and Scenic Cruise
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Duration: 12h
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BOOK WITH VIATOR Milford Sound Full-Day Tour from Te Anau
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Duration: 7h 30min
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BOOK WITH VIATOR Milford Sound Coach and Nature Cruise with Buffet Lunch from Te Anau
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Duration: 7h
Tours from $134 ›
BOOK WITH VIATOR Milford Sound Coach Tour with Lunch from Queenstown
4.5
Duration: 12h 30min
Tours from $159 ›
BOOK WITH VIATOR Milford Sound Coach and Scenic Cruise with Buffet Lunch from Queenstown
4.7
Duration: 12h 30min
Tours from $160 ›
BOOK WITH VIATOR Milford Sound Coach and Nature Cruise with Buffet Lunch from Queenstown
4.8
Duration: 12h 30min
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BOOK WITH VIATOR Milford Sound Coach, Cruise and Underwater Observatory with lunch ex Te Anau
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Duration: 13h
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Mirror Lakes Walk reviews

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4.7
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  • By Andy F
    This was just a short stopover to stretch our legs on a longer journey. A very pleasant short walk across boardways down to the edge of a glacial lake. When the weather is good, and the water... 
    This was just a short stopover to stretch our legs on a longer journey. A very pleasant short walk across boardways down to the edge of a glacial lake. When the weather is good, and the water...  more »
  • By JPY
    We stopped by the Mirror Lakes on our way to Milford Sound and they are beautiful. The water is so still and reflections are incredible. But you must go in the early morning as when stopped in the.....  more
    We stopped by the Mirror Lakes on our way to Milford Sound and they are beautiful. The water is so still and reflections are incredible. But you must go in the early morning as when stopped in the.....  more »
  • By Terry H
    We only stopped here for a short while en-route to our next destination. However the views on our short walk were truly amazing and absolutely worth a visit. Easily missed but make the effort to... 
    We only stopped here for a short while en-route to our next destination. However the views on our short walk were truly amazing and absolutely worth a visit. Easily missed but make the effort to...  more »
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  • By Thành Huỳnh
    Mirror Lakes obviously take their name from the clarity and stillness of water in the early morning. On still days the water’s surface is glassy smooth and reflects perfectly the Earl Mountains and flax bordering the lakes
  • By James
    Reflect the scenic view through the water. Very beautiful spot. Must take a look if you plan to visit Milford sound.
  • By B Lucy
    We stopped by here when we were on the way back from Milford Sound.. such a beautiful lake. We could see the perfect reflection of mountain on the lake.. check the photos i got from there
  • By vijai vardhan
    Best lake I have ever been in my life till date. It’s on the way to Milford sound.
  • By Nikhil
    Such a beautiful place. Short walk around 10 min. Close to Milford te anau highway.
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