A photographer's dream into Lake Matheson

Lake Matheson - a photographer's dream

One of the most underrated sights in New Zealand are its vast array of lakes with mountains in the backdrop. When you think of the best place to see lakes, you think of Lake Matheson.

Lake Matheson is located on the West Coast of the South Island in the Glacier Region, and is a short drive from Fox Glacier.  Lake Matheson is a photographer’s dream. Many visitors have come to love the glorious reflection provided by the lake (on its day!).

Going around Lake Matheson is a comfortable 1 hour walk, with the scenic views at each viewpoints. On many of these lookouts, you find a crystal clear lake with the glorious Mount Cook in the backdrop. It’s a great sight to behold. Take the opportunity to take thousands of photos when hiking. Each photo shows a different view and you won’t regret it. Ensure to use a low ISO, high aperture and low shutter speed to get the best shot.

Nearby Lake Matheson is Fox Glacier, where you can enjoy more hiking, or even skydive! I was fortunate enough to have done the Skydive at Fox Glacier and was an experience I will remember for my whole life.

At Lake Matheson, you get an amazing experience of natural scenery when hiking. It’s a phenomenal place.

Author: Amit Balakrishnan