Trip Date: December 29, 2015
2015 NEW ZEALAND ADVENTURE VACATION
Rakaia Gorge Day Hike
Rakaia Gorge Viewpoint
Rakaia Gorge Overlook
Trip Report Summary
Region: New Zealand
Sub-Region: South Island
Sub-Sub-Region: Canterbury / Waitaha
Sub-Sub-Sub Region: Lake Coleridge – Rakaia River Area
Starting & Ending Point: Rakaia Gorge Trailhead at Rakaia Gorge Bridge on Highway 77 (Elev. 940 feet / 290 meters)
Way Points: Rakaia Gorge Viewpoint & Rakaia Bluff & Rakaia Gorge Overlook (trail hike via Rakaia Gorge Walkway)
Sidetrip: Rakaia River shoreline (trail hike)
Approximate Stats: 6.3 miles / 10.1 kilometers traveled; 1500 feet / 460 meters gained & lost; 4.1 hours elapsed.
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Full Trip Report
During our short visit to the Lake Coleridge area, Eileen and I took a hike along the beautiful Rakaia River Gorge. We started at the parking lot near the river bridge and followed a nice trail alongside the river, which has an unearthly turquoise color. We stopped at a high viewpoint before looping down to the river shore and then returning on our outbound trail. If you are looking for an easy lowland hike that delivers great scenery, this one is highly recommended!
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Route Map
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