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St Bathans Must-Do's
Haunted Hotel
Experience the allegedly haunted Vulcan Hotel,a striking stone building plucked from the past, which is home to the spirit of a prostitute murdered here over a century ago. Jeepers! This is just one of many super interesting historic buildings on St Bathans’ main street to investigate.
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The Blue Lake

Blue Lake, St Bathans © Getty Images
When the sun reflects off surrounding white cliffs, the water is turned an enticing blue. Walking right around the lake takes about an hour and a half and rewards with stunning views. Pack your togs; in summer there’s no better place to be.
Hayes Engineering
Works Twenty minutes south of St Bathans and a slight detour en route to Naseby. Established in 1895 by Ernest Hayes, this factory has manufactured some seriously innovative farming equipment. Also a popular rest stop on the Otago Central Rail Trail.