Lake Marian Meander

There are many cool trails outside of the Great Walks on the Milford Road, and this is one of these.
The key point of interest is the lake itself

By parking by the Milford Road you are guaranteed a park and plenty of space to get yourself geared up. You can do the shorter option of going to the Lake Marian carpark but that would make it too easy and won't count towards you knocking the meander off....
You probably have to self drive though you could hitchhike if your really keen.

87 km

69 minutes

Unknown

No

Moderate.

Head down the Hollyford Road, once you get to The Lake Marian Track head over the bridge on the left.
The track is reasonably well marked and pretty clear if you slow down and look around.
The main areas you might get confused are several spots where there is two paths however they all link up again,
so it will be hard to get lost. A few times at the creek crossing the path heads straight up through the trees so keep your eyes peeled.

Non-existent.

Thermal leggings, Short-sleeved thermal top, Long-sleeved thermal top, Beanie/thermal headwear, Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Cellphone, Map

Plenty of water here, no issues whatsoever. Either get water from Lake Marian itself or from Marian Creek.

Generally runnable all year around, but in winter I seriously don't recommend you go for swim in the lake!

This is quite a technical track to run the main thing to look out for is rocks and tree roots so be sure of your footing, and keep an eye out for overhanging branches where you may knock your head if you're not careful.

Sandfly Cafe Te Anau
9 The Ln, Te Anau 9600
For a coffee or a light snack head to this busy café when you get back to Te Anau. Then pop across to the supermarket over the road and grab a beer or wine for post run celebrations!

Redcliff Cafe
12 Mokonui St,Te Anau, Fiordland 9600
http://www.theredcliff.co.nz/
Nice spot well known by the locals. Head here for a beer or a full dinner, great atmosphere.