Climb to the picturesque glacial Lake Alta. In winter the route to the lake is through an operational ski field. It is not marked and covered by deep snow. 2.4 …
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Jan 9, 2025
Trip to the lake spoiled by way way way to many dogs off the leash, dog poo on the track, dog poo bags strewn about, dogs running amok amongst hikers, dogs running up from behind and knocking family …Full review by sari72014
Jan 29, 2024
Great little track. You are climbing all the way to the glacier lake We had a really windy day that made the climb a little more challenging. It's worth it just for the view and the great exercise .Full review by Paolo D
Jan 20, 2024
Great views across the valleys to mt Aspiring and the southern Alps. An easy enough marked track (our party ranged from 6 to 70) rises from the ski area base station. On a hot sunny Sunday afternoon …Full review by jonathank893
Is it possible to do this walk in the winter season? Or is snow an issue? I am going to be in the area in late May/early June and wondered if it's possible then
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No it's not really practical. The snow will be too deep and you'll be walking through the middle of the skiers. The lake itself is part of one of the ski runs once it freezes over.
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