Te Anau, Southland Map
Explore Te Anau, Southland, New Zealand, with this interactive street and satellite map. You can “grab” the Te Anau map and move it around to re-centre it. You can change between standard map view and satellite map view by clicking the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. You can use the zoom buttons on the lower right side of the map to zoom in or out to street-level detail.
This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official LINZ topographic sheets — plus LINZ aerial imagery, an OpenStreetMap search for anywhere in New Zealand, a GPS grid-reference readout and turn-by-turn driving directions. See How to Use This Map below. You will find live weather, local and world news further down the page.
Interactive Map of Te Anau, Southland
How to Use This Te Anau, Southland Map
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Te Anau, Southland. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture to zoom in and out. Drag the map to pan to any area of Southland or beyond.
Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen for a larger view. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key on your keyboard, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).
TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official LINZ topographic maps — the Topo250 and Topo50 sheets used for tramping, hunting, hut access and back-country navigation, switching scale automatically as you zoom in. Aerial shows LINZ aerial imagery, down to 5cm resolution in urban areas. The search box above the map finds any New Zealand town, suburb or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Te Anau.
Click 📍 My position in that same panel to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are, shows your accuracy, and reports your position as an NZTM2000 grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude. The NZTM grid reference is the format New Zealand search and rescue services work from, and there is a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need mobile coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even in places where the map itself cannot load.
The blue 📍 My Location & Navigate button starts live turn-by-turn driving directions from wherever you are to any destination you enter, with spoken guidance, lane hints and automatic re-routing if you leave the route.
Map search is available for a limited number of queries per session to manage costs. Be specific — search precisely for best results.
| Locality | Te Anau |
| Region | Southland |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Timezone | New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT) |
| Remoteness | Small Urban Area |
| Latitude | -45.41667 |
| Longitude | 167.71667 |
| Population | 2,910 |
| Elevation | 215 m |
| Area Code | 03 |
| Distance to Invercargill | 120 km north-northwest |
About Te Anau, Southland
Te Anau is a locality in the Southland Region of New Zealand. It has a population of approximately 2,910. It sits at an elevation of around 215 m above sea level. It lies approximately 120 km north-northwest of Invercargill, the regional capital. Te Anau is located at 45.4167°S, 167.7167°E. It observes New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT). Statistics New Zealand classifies the area as a small urban area.
Te Anau rests in a landscape sculpted by ancient forces, an inland gateway to the dramatic Fiordland National Park. It lies 119.8 km north-north-west of Invercargill (from Invercargill: bearing 336°T), and is situated 79.7 km north of Tuatapere. Its physical character is defined by the vast, dark waters of Lake Te Anau, a colossal presence that shapes the very air, lending a crispness to the mornings and a deep, reflective silence to the evenings. The land surrounding Te Anau is a tapestry of rolling hills that gradually rise towards the imposing presence of The Ramparts, a jagged ridge that stands sentinel to the west. This is a place where native bush, thick and verdant, presses close, a constant reminder of the wilder country beyond. The Upukerora River, a ribbon of clear, cool water, flows nearby, its gentle murmur a constant soundtrack to the rhythm of life in Te Anau.
The story of Te Anau is one of gradual settlement, a slow unfolding of human presence in a land long shaped by natural grandeur. While the exact date of its formal establishment is difficult to pinpoint, its development is intrinsically linked to the growing appreciation for the natural wonders of Fiordland. Early European explorers and surveyors recognised the strategic importance of its location, a vital hub for accessing the remote and breathtaking landscapes that lay further afield. The growth of Te Anau was a gradual process, driven by the needs of those who sought to experience the raw beauty of the southern reaches of New Zealand, a place that promised adventure and unparalleled natural spectacle.
Te Anau's economy is deeply intertwined with the land and the visitors it attracts. Tourism forms the backbone of its economic activity, with the town serving as the primary staging post for expeditions into Fiordland National Park, including the renowned Kepler Track. This constant flow of travellers necessitates a robust infrastructure, from accommodation and hospitality services to guided tours and transport. While not a large-scale industrial centre, Te Anau supports essential services for its resident population and the surrounding agricultural areas, which themselves are characterised by sheep and beef farming, a traditional cornerstone of the Southland region. The presence of Lake Te Anau also offers opportunities for recreational activities, further bolstering the town's appeal to a diverse range of visitors.
The cultural fabric of Te Anau is woven from the threads of its natural setting and the hardy spirit of its people. While Te Anau may not boast professional sports teams of national renown, it embraces the provincial spirit of rugby, with local clubs fostering a strong sense of community pride. The Kepler Track is arguably Te Anau's most famous landmark, drawing hikers from across the globe to its challenging and rewarding trails. The annual Te Anau Bird Sanctuary Open Day is a significant local event, celebrating the unique avian life of the region. Though not a hub for major annual festivals in the same vein as larger cities, Te Anau’s quiet charm and its proximity to the awe-inspiring natural beauty of Fiordland provide a unique cultural experience for those who visit and those who call it home.
Nearby Places to Explore — Te Anau, Southland
Featured Attractions
Nature Reserve / Park · 0.0 km SE
Lake / Reservoir · 0.0 km SE
Zoo / Wildlife Sanctuary · 0.0 km SE
Nature Reserve / Park · 0.0 km SE
Nature Reserve / Park · 0.0 km SE
Lookout / Viewpoint · 0.0 km SE
Nature Reserve / Park · 59 km WNW
Nature Reserve / Park · 79 km NNE
Other Nearby Places
Recreation Reserve · 0.2 km WNW · 6 ha
Cinema · 0.2 km NNW
Recreation Reserve · 0.3 km W
Stewardship Area · 1 km ENE
Lake · 1 km SSW
Stewardship Area · 2 km ENE · 2 ha
Bay · 2 km SW
Point · 2 km NW
Bay · 3 km NW
Scenic Reserve · 5 km SE · 4 ha
Ridge · 5 km SSE
Historic Reserve · 10 km SE · 10 ha
Scientific Reserve · 14 km SSE
Conservation Area · 16 km SSW · 8 ha
Scientific Reserve · 17 km SE · 88 ha
Specially Protected Area · 25 km NW · 51,800 ha
Conservation Area · 36 km SSE · 45,728 ha
Sources: curated tourist landmarks, DOC Public Conservation Areas (LINZ), GeoNames Gazetteer, OpenStreetMap.
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About This Te Anau Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Te Anau, Southland, New Zealand at coordinates -45.41667, 167.71667. Use the Map and Satellite buttons to switch views, the plus and minus buttons to zoom, and Fullscreen to fill the screen.
Search Maps opens a second, independent map with four things the embedded map cannot do. It searches OpenStreetMap for any New Zealand town, suburb or landmark by name. It offers LINZ topographic maps as a base layer — the official Topo250 and Topo50 sheets, switching scale automatically as you zoom, and the standard reference for tramping, hunting and back-country travel. It offers LINZ aerial imagery down to 5cm resolution in urban areas. And it can take a single GPS fix from your device and report your position as both an NZTM2000 grid reference and plain latitude and longitude — the grid reference being what New Zealand search and rescue services work from. Map tiles require mobile coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map itself cannot load.
My Location & Navigate starts the vector-tile navigator: live turn-by-turn driving directions from your current position to any destination, with spoken guidance, lane hints and automatic re-routing.
Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time New Zealand and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorial description provides background on Te Anau.
Te Anau sits within the Southland Region. Location data is drawn from the GeoNames geographical database and verified by coordinates, ensuring the correct Te Anau is identified even where the name is shared across multiple New Zealand localities.
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | GeoNames Gazetteer (CC BY 4.0), Stats NZ regional and urban-rural classifications |
| Description | Editorial description generated from verified location data. |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; LINZ Basemaps topographic and aerial imagery, sourced from Toitū Te Whenua LINZ (CC BY 4.0) |
