The Cable Bay to Glenduan track is a local favourite near Nelson, offering sweeping coastal views across Tasman Bay. Starting from Cable Bay, the hike follows farm tracks and ridgelines, with rolling hills that give you panoramic looks back toward Nelson and out to Pepin Island. On a clear day, you’ll spot snow-topped mountains in the distance.

🥾 Hiking info: The full track takes around 3–4 hours one way, with moderate climbs along the way. Most people arrange a car at each end, but you can also walk part of the route and turn back if you’re short on time.

📸 Photography tip: The best photo spots are along the ridgelines, where the trail dips and rises with the coastline. Sunset is especially magical, with the light hitting the bay and silhouetting the hills.