Day Trips
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Lakes, Reservoirs and High-Country Swimming BeachesLake Aviemore at WaitangiLake Swimming, Water Quality and Camping in the Waitaki ValleyHead inland to Waitangi on Lake Aviemore, a much-loved Waitaki Valley camping spot where long summer days by the water await.Lakes, Reservoirs and High-Country Swimming BeachesLake Hood Bayliss Beach near AshburtonLake Swimming, Water Quality and Algae AlertsDiscover Lake Hood near Ashburton, a man-made aquatic playground where Bayliss Beach holds a Good water grade. Check algae updates first, then enjoy a swim.Lakes, Reservoirs and High-Country Swimming BeachesLake Tekapo Camp BeachLake Swimming and Water Quality on a Day Trip from TimaruEscape to the gravel shore of turquoise Lake Tekapo/Takapō, where weekly summer testing backs an Excellent water quality grade and a chilly, unforgettable swim awaits.Outlying Towns and District SettlementsPleasant PointTown Guide to Railway Heritage and Country LivingEscape to Pleasant Point, a farming service town inland from Timaru, where a working heritage railway and shady domain await.Outlying Towns and District SettlementsTemukaSuburb Guide to a Farming Town, Rivers and King StreetExplore Temuka, a South Canterbury farming town where King Street heritage, river country and a vast domain sit a short drive from Timaru.Rivers and GorgesOpihi RiverSwimming, Fishing and WalksUncover the breathtaking beauty of the Opihi River, where crystal-clear waters and stunning scenery await, but beware of hidden dangers lurking beneath the surface.Rivers, Lakes and GorgesTemuka RiverFishing, Water Quality and Temuka Domain AccessThe Temuka River runs beside Temuka Domain and is known for whitebait, trout and salmon fishing. Check water quality before going in.Rivers and GorgesRangitata RiverRafting, Fishing and Swimming Near TimaruKeen for an exhilarating swim in crystal-clear waters? Discover the breathtaking beauty and adventure that awaits at Rangitata River!Nature Reserves, Wetlands and Scenic WalksPeel ForestAncient Podocarp Forest, Walks and CampingTake a journey through Peel Forest's breathtaking nature trails and the enchanting Big Tree Walk, where ancient trees hold secrets waiting to be uncovered.Rivers and GorgesOtaio River GorgeSwimming, Camping and Access Near TimaruDiscover the mesmerizing beauty of Otaio River Gorge, where tranquility meets adventure—uncover the secrets that await in this hidden gem.