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Clutha Gold Trail This Great Ride starting from the historic township of iltonand weaving MLawrence 73km to Lake Roxburgh. Two days of nature, history and adventure. All set to get bigger and better, the tha alclu route isB currently being extended from Lawrence to Lake Waihola.
and on views unprecedented. Birdwatchers take note, the southern end is home to striking rare mohua.
Tuapeka Punt Great wee punt at Tuapeka Mouth that’s powered solely by the flow of the Clutha River. Free but dependent on river level – check their Facebook page.
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sula A favourite Lake inMahinerangi Penfor perch and brown trout fishing,
Taste of Clutha Trail Taste
the entireA ENCEfrom WRDistrict, l Clutha decadent chocolate shops to local honey and hazelnut orchards. It’s all explorable – and edible! For a atlins Ccluthanz.com. hevisit detailedT map,
the reservoir is remote and great for getting off the grid. Head up from Waipori Falls or use the back roads Lawrence township.
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Blue Mountains A rugged
mountain range rising 1019m out of the ground, walks are numerous
Milton SOD COTTAGE Sitting on the Milton Highway and built in the 1860s from mud and straw, this dinky little abode provided a basic stopover for gold miners. Fully restored in 1970, it’s fully furnished, too.
TOKOMAIRIRO PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Fashioned with
tha Balclu all the spires and aesthetics of a European Presbyterian church, this is one of Clutha’s prominent landmarks.
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LAKE WAIHOLA The larger of the two neighbouring lakes and New Zealand’s most inland tidal lake. Come for the water sports: a medley of fishing, boating, kayaking, rowing and water skiing.
Internationally renowned wetlands on Milton’s doorstep, it’s flush with water-loving birds and an idyllic spot for walks, birdwatching and row boats.
MILBURN WHALE AND DOLPHIN FOSSILS LOOKOUT 30-million-year-old
TOP TIP: Taieri Mouth feeds
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whale and dolphin fossils were found next to the lookout over Lake Waihola. Displays explain the find.
into Lake Waihola via the Taieri River. The mouth itself boasts a white-sand beach, safe swimming, surfing and the Taieri Mouth Beach Holiday Camp.
Shopping Beaches
Nugget Point © Getty Images INSET: Clutha Gold Cycle Trail © www.cluthanz.com RIGHT: Yellow-eyed penguin / hoiho BOTH: © www.cluthanz.com BOTTOM: Balclutha Bridge © Adobe Stock
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RENCE lAW Peninsula Tuapeka Goldfields Museum Start your Lawrence history lesson at this excellent museum, in the Information Centre.
The Catlins major gold rush and where thaof machinery remain today. Cluremnants
Gabriel’s Gully Historic Reserve The site of New Zealand’s first Weatherstons Brewery and Daffodils Come spring, the place is awash with daffodils. Various information plaques detail the area’s history which also includes a waterfall, woodlands garden, brewery ruins and rhododendron forest.
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Lawrence Chinese Camp During the 19th century Otago gold rush, Lawrence saw an influx of Chinese miners. A handful of their dwellings have been remodelled; further restoration is underway.
Milton
Balclutha Balclutha Bridge Clutha River cuts a wide path through Balclutha but is sewn back together by the mighty arches of Balclutha Bridge. Particularly fetching at sunset; you can walk it or drive it.
and bike riders. Take in an array of flora and fauna including an amazing display of rhododendrons.
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Naish Park The starting point for the Blair Athol Walkway but also a highlight itself. Mosey around the tranquil duck pond and aviary and recently built dog park. A junior bike park is also underway.
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Blair Athol Walkway Nudging the Clutha River, this 90-minute return track is suitable for walkers
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