Lemmer Peak Warerfall

Un-officially named, Lemmer Peak Warerfall is found almost at the end of the walk path which leads to Franz Josef Glacier. It’s seen from a DOC track and isn’t required any payments.

Driving and walking conditions
GPS of the view point:	S 43° 27' 2.6526" E 170° 9' 56.181"
Parking:	Franz Josef Glacier Road, Franz Josef Glacier
Vehicle type:	Track type:
Road type: Sealed	Return track duration: 1hr 15min
Waterfall parameters
Waterfall height: 50m	Type of the waterfall: Multi-step

Rating:       ⭐⭐
GPS:          S 43° 27' 2.6526" E 170° 9' 56.181"
Parking:     Franz Josef Glacier Road, Franz Josef Glacier
Access:     1hr 15min return walk

Walking and driving instructions

Lemmer Peak Waterfall is roughly a 10-minutes' drive away from Franz Josef Village, or 2-hours’ from Hokitika. The road surface is always sealed.

From Franz Josef Village head south on the SH-6, then, immediately past the bridge over the Waiho River, turn left into Franz Josef Glacier Rd and follow it for the next 3.5 km. The carpark is at the end of Franz Josef Glacier Rd. There are picnic tables and toilets there.

From the parking follow the popular Franz Josef Glacier Walk (you don't need to pay for it), then roughly in 40 minutes, almost at the end of the track, you'll see the waterfall on the on the right hand side. A closer approach is not possible. Enjoy its beauty from a distance.

From here, climb to the viewing area overlooking the terminal face of the Franz Josef Glacier (5-10 minutes), or return back via the same track (40 minutes). The walk is more or less simple but it could be dangerous. Please refer to the DOC site, Hazards section for more information.

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