Lake Hawea is consistently rated as one of the most beautiful lakes in New Zealand due to its stunning mountain peaks and magical reflections on a calm day.

The Lake Hawea Lookout gives breathtaking panoramas of the lake from an elevated level. There is parking available at this roadside pullover and a picnic table if you're stopping for a bite to eat.

Take your wide angle and mid range zoom lens with you for this location, and there is stunning light on the mountains during golden hour at sunset.