Manapouri Circle Track

One of the few loop tracks in Fiordland, the Manapouri circle track provides amazing views. A water taxi is required to cross the Waiau river to the trailhead -- this can easily be arranged with Mike at Adventure Manapouri River Taxi. Mike picks up from Manapouri's Pearl Harbour, and within 5 mins you'll be across the river at the trail. 

After about 5-10 minutes, follow the sign for the Circle Track taking a trail to your left. The track takes you through forest up a moderately steep trail to the view point, where you have a stunning view of Lake Manapouri, Mt Titiroa, and The Monument. From there the trail descends back down to the forest floor where you will meet a trail fork -- turn right following DOC signs back to Manapouri to complete the loop. From then on you mostly follow the beach along Lake Manapouri, where there are some lovely places to have a break and enjoy the sunshine and a swim (and sandflies). 

This track can definitely be muddy after rainfall, and a bit of treefall is to be expected. 

For a longer and more adventurous run, this trail can be connected with the tracks to Hope Arm or Back Valley huts.