Kelvin Peninsula Trail — Kawarau Falls to Kelvin Heights
Elevation profile
How long it takes
- Easy pace (7:00/km)
- 1 h 13 min
- Steady pace (6:00/km)
- 1 h 3 min
- Quick pace (5:00/km)
- 53 min
An estimate: the pace on flat ground, plus a little extra time for every metre you climb. Work out your own pace with the pace calculator.
The run
A 10.1 km out-and-back on the Kelvin Peninsula Trail, from the old Kawarau Falls bridge at Frankton along the lake edge to Kelvin Heights and back. The trail is wide, smooth gravel and almost flat, with Lake Wakatipu beside you and Queenstown and the mountains across the water. Turn around anywhere for a shorter run.
Good to know
The trail is part of the Queenstown Trail and shared with cyclists, so keep left. Parking is at Frankton Beach, Kelvin Heights and Jardine Park. Dogs are allowed under control. There is little shade, and the lake wind can be strong in the afternoon.
- Parking: Free
- Dogs: Yes
- Best time: Early AM
FAQs
Where does the Kelvin Peninsula Trail — Kawarau Falls to Kelvin Heights start?
The route starts at Kawarau Falls Bridge, Frankton.
How long is the Kelvin Peninsula Trail — Kawarau Falls to Kelvin Heights?
10.1 km (out & back).
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