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It is breathtaking watching the water fill the rapids.
The Aratiatia Dam
Miriam Richardson
This is a magical free stopover in a humble carpark. In winter, at 10am, noon and 2pm, they release the water from the lake to fill the Aratiatia Rapids. It is spectacular. The carpark fills in the hour before the release, so time your arrival well outside of these times so you can get a suitable park.
Its not particularly flat, so more choice is better.
There are lovely walks and a cycle track along the lake. aratiatiarapids.co.nz
It is breathtaking watching the water fill the rapids.
These photos are from the lookout, at the end of lovely bush walk. These photos were taken 8mins apart, looking up towards the dam. ◼️
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Images: ©2024 M Richardson
9 Spring 2024
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