how deep is lake wakatipu

Lake Wakatipu has a maximum depth of about 380 to 420 meters (approximately 1,240 to 1,380 feet), with its lake bed lying below sea level. The lake's surface elevation is around 310 meters (1,017 feet) above sea level. This glacial lake in New Zealand is known for its deep and clear waters, making it the longest lake in New Zealand at about 80 kilometers in length and the third largest by area. The slight variations in reported maximum depth (380 m to 420 m) come from different sources, but the depth is consistently around this range. The lake is notably deep enough that the lake floor lies hundreds of feet below sea level, despite the lake's surface being well above sea level.