Lake Matheson

glacial lake in South Island
#15 in South Island / #32 in New Zealand
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by Thomas Booker (CoderThomasB)
/ CC BY-SA 4.0

Lake Matheson is a stunning glacial lake located near the Fox Glacier on the West Coast of New Zealand's South Island. Renowned for its mirror-like reflections of the surrounding peaks, including Aoraki/Mount Cook and Mount Tasman, the lake offers a picturesque landscape that captivates visitors and photographers alike. The lake was formed around 14,000 years ago during the last glacial period and is surrounded by native forest, providing a serene environment for walking trails and birdwatching.


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