A gravel run into the Kaweka Forest Park takes you through forest park country to the popular 'Lakes' carpark. From there a short walk leads out to the lakes themselves.

The road is straightforward gravel and, when it's in good order, makes for a smooth, easy drive that most 4WDs will handle. Allow about an hour for the walk to the lakes and back from the carpark. Well worth it for the scenery.

It passes through an active forestry area, so access can be cut by logging operations from time to time. Worth checking conditions before you commit to the full run, otherwise you might only get a short way up before hitting a closure.