Isthmus Peak stands between Lake Hawea and Wanaka, offering a steady days hike to the 1386m summit and rewarding views across both lakes. The usual route follows Glen Dene Ridge Track to join the well formed farm track all the way to the summit. I opted for a slight variation up one of the striking ridge lines turning the tramp into a hands on scramble with several exposed sections adding to the excitement. Lee. 5hr Return trip. 10th August 2013
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Misty Ridge
Up rooted Beech Tree
Finally a break in the cloud
Above the low lying cloud
Ridge line to the tops
Ridge
Ridge
Isthmus Peak
Summit Isthmus Peak
Mountain Summits from Isthmus Range
Return Path
Lake Hawea
Lake Hawea (left) Lake Wanaka (Right)
Sentinel Peak & Kidds Bush
Hawea
Corner Peak
Corner Peak
Ridge returning to the mist
Ridge