SpotX tramping (99.1) Access Icons:Car WalkType:Lake. TrackType:Tramping. Difficulty:Easy Time:1 day Length:.5km Access:Off SH47, 11km south of Turangi, on the south side of Te Ponanga Saddle. Features:One of the most delightful short walks in New Zealand that can be enjoyed by young an old. The track circles the beautiful 'grenstone' lake that nestles on the side of Mt Pihanga. It includes beautiful native forest, prolific birdlife and sandy beaches to swim from. It is an easy half day walk., but such a joyous place demands that you stop and soak up the atmosphere for an many hours as you have free. Information:DoC Turangi, ph (07) 386 8607. Other Activities:. Notes:.