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Canterbury region
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Lakes
Lake Hood
Lake Hood is a man made recreational lake located near the township of Ashburton.
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West Coast region
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Lake Kaniere
Lake Kaniere, located inland from Hokitika, is popular over summer for swimming, boating, water skiing, fishing and kayaking. There is a small community at the western end of the lake, consisting predominantly of holiday houses at Sunny Bight and Hans Bay.
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West Coast region
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Lake Kaniere @ Sunny Bight
From Hokitika head east 19 km along Lake Kaniere Road, this road meets the lake at 'The Landing'. The road forks at this point, the right road heads to 'Sunny Bight'. About 800m along this road is a pathway down to a small jetty which the site is located and suitable for swimming, kayaking, sailing...
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West Coast region
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Mahinapua
Lake Mahinapua @ Shanghai Bay
A beautiful tranquil lake surrounded by native bush. Lake Mahinapua is a great place for swimming, fishing, boating, walking, picnicking, bird watching and mountain biking.
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Northland region
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Lake Ngatu
Lake Ngatu at South End
This site is part of Northland Regional Councils swimming water quality programme.
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Bay of Plenty region
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Lake Okareka
Lake Okareka at Steep St Reserve
Located on Millar Road, Lake Ōkāreka's Steep Street Reserve is popular during the summer months for swimming and picnicking.
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Waikato region
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Lake Puketirini
A disused coal-mined pit, Lake Puketirini is used for many activities such as swimming, kayaking, waka ama, scuba dive training, boating and water-skiing. There is also a walk around the lake. Access to the boat ramp can be obtained by purchasing an access key from the Waikato District Council. Cyan...
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Waikato region
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Lake Puketirini
Lake Puketirini
A disused coal-mined pit, Lake Puketirini is used for many activities such as swimming, kayaking, waka ama, scuba dive training, boating and water-skiing. There is also a walk around the lake. Access to the boat ramp can be obtained by purchasing an access key from the Waikato District Council. Cyan...
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Bay of Plenty region
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Lake Rerewhakaaitu
Lake Rerewhakaaitu at Homestead Arm
There is good fishing, swimming and walking around this site. Take binoculars for watching water birds as Lake Rerewhakaaitu supports breeding populations of dabchicks, scaup and the largest breeding population of banded dotterel. There is a DOC camping area - open fires are prohibited but please us...
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Bay of Plenty region
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Lake Rotoma
Lake Rotoma at Whangaroa
On the left as you approach Lake Rotomā from Rotorua is a reserve area with an all-weather boat ramp and jetty and toilets. The waterfront camping ground makes an ideal summer retreat with a petrol station and general store nearby.
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Taranaki region
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River Quality
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Patea River
Lake Rotorangi at Patea Dam Campground
Lake Rotorangi is an artificial lake that was formed due to the construction and operation of the Patea Hydroelectric Dam. The lake is a modification of the Patea River, and is a popular place for water sports including water skiing, jet skiing, kayaking and swimming. Please note that water quality...
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Bay of Plenty region
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Lake Rotorua
Lake Rotorua at Hamurana
Located at Hamurana Road, on the northern shores of Lake Rotorua. Popular for shoreline trout fishing, especially at the mouth of Kaikaitāhuna (Hamurana) Stream. Safe shallow swimming for children. BBQ, picnic tables, toilets, playground, boat ramp, jetty.
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