Lake Hāwea Station invites you to reconnect with nature and experience the breathtaking landscapes of the South with the ultimate breast cancer walk - Hike For a Cure 2026.

Embark on an unforgettable adventure and tick off two incredible NZ hikes: BREAST PEAK and BREAST HILL, with exclusive access through Lake Hāwea Station on this one day - March 28th 2026.

Hike for a Cure will be open to the community to experience breathtaking views over Lake Hāwea, Mount Aspiring/Tititea and the surrounding peaks, featuring a rewarding approx 1,500m vertical ascent - all in support of a Breast Cancer Cure.

Date: Saturday, March 28th 2026
Venue: Lake Hāwea Station
Address: Lake Hāwea Station, Gravel Road, 22 Timaru Creek Road, Lake Hāwea
Timings: Base station opens from 6:30am.
Hike briefing from 7:30am. Hike begins at 8:00am.

Hike Options: Three different hike options varying in difficulty:
Airstrip return - 5km
Saddle return - 10km
Breast Peak Summit return - 20km elevation gain of approx 1,000m
Breast Peak & Breast Hill, a Double Summit return - 24km elevation gain of approx 1,500m
Age: 18+

Fitness level: A moderate to good level of fitness is required to reach the summit

Important Safety Information: Please read the Key Safety Information for this event carefully.

This private track located on Lake Hāwea Station is a well-marked trail that offers a blend of moderate challenges and breathtaking viewpoints, perfect for those seeking a true mountain experience.

Watch out for the on trail recharge stations driven by Volvo!

The journey begins with an easy 2.7km section through rolling farmland, climbing to 300m - accessible for most fitness levels. With stunning views of Lake Hāwea as your backdrop, the gradient rises steeply over the next 2.6km. As you ascend, the panoramic vistas of Lake Hāwea and surrounding peaks unfold, rewarding you for your efforts so far.

The next 4.5km section levels out with gentle to moderate slopes offering a chance to catch your breath while soaking in the beauty of the Southern Alps. The final 200 metres to the summit presents the ultimate challenge: a steep climb where the gradient increases sharply from 16% to 30%, demanding good fitness to reach the top of Breast Peak.

Take your time to enjoy the sweeping 360-degree views of Lake Hāwea, Mount Aspiring/Tititea, and the surrounding peaks. If you are continuing to complete the double summit of Breast Hill, descend back down to the saddle before beginning the climb up the back side of Breast Hill past the Pakituhi Hut and along the dramatic ridgeline, part of the Te Araroa Trail. When you reach Breast Hill Summit, you will be met with your second 360 degree view of the day from 1,578m! At any time, on any part of the walk, you can turn around and begin your descent back to the base.

The base will be set up with offerings of food and beverages available for purchase both before and after the Hike.

Participants will hike the Breast Peak track and join up with the , which is accessible exclusively through Lake Hāwea Station. Please note, this track is distinct from Breast Hill, a separate walking route with its own unique experiences and scenery, accessible to the public and managed by DOC.

Lake Hāwea Station is a magnificent property located in the heart of the Southern Alps, a B-Corp and Carbon Zero farm, renowned for its commitment to sustainability, environmental stewardship, adopting regenerative and sustainable farming practices. The team are guided by a mission to combat climate change and enhance biodiversity.

Helpful Information:

Leave No Trace: Please respect that this is private property and a working farm by adhering to the "leave no trace" principle. Everything you take on the hike must be brought back with you. Appropriate disposal units will be available at the base station.

Weather: This walk will go ahead rain or shine. In the case of extreme weather, Lake Hāwea Station will make a call as to the height that hikers can go for health and safety reasons.

Required Equipment: Standard hiking adventure supplies are required for this walk. All individuals and groups hiking to the summit are required to carry a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB). If walking as a group only one PBL per group is required.

These are available for hire in Wanaka at: Macpac Wanaka, Mount Aspiring National Park Visitor Centre and Southern Wild and in Queenstown from: Mobil Queenstown, Small Planet Sports, Macpac Frankton Queenstown Visitor Centre and Macpac Queenstown

Fitness: Assess your fitness - while you don’t need to be an athlete to complete this trek, it is a 5-9 hour hike. A reasonably active person with no medical conditions or injuries should be able to manage the hike.

Mobile Coverage: Please note, mobile phone service is patchy for the duration of the hike.

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Date: Saturday, March 29th 2025
Time: Hike briefing from 7:30am. The hike begins at 8:00am
Location: Lake Hāwea Station
Gravel Road, 22 Timaru Creek Road
Lake Hāwea