Ruataniwha Hut Guide Book
Lake Swim
Check out Lake Ohau (pronounced oh-how)- Lake Ohau is a glacial lake fed by the Dobson and Hopkins Rivers, with an outflow to the Ohau River. Take a bracing dip any time of year !
Lake Ōhau
Check out Lake Ohau (pronounced oh-how)- Lake Ohau is a glacial lake fed by the Dobson and Hopkins Rivers, with an outflow to the Ohau River. Take a bracing dip any time of year !
Only a couple of km's from the hut , this is a warm and sheltered swimming spot Loch Cameron is only 6km from Twizel. This is a warm swimming spot. It’s great fun to swim out to the island in the middle! There are some shallow areas perfect for children to wade in.
Loch Cameron
Only a couple of km's from the hut , this is a warm and sheltered swimming spot Loch Cameron is only 6km from Twizel. This is a warm swimming spot. It’s great fun to swim out to the island in the middle! There are some shallow areas perfect for children to wade in.
This historic bridge is located close to Twizel, on the way to Omarama. Just before you reach the High Country Salmon Farm turn left onto Old Iron Bridge Road. Take a right on the gravel road and continue along until you reach the bridge.
Old Iron Bridge Road
Old Iron Bridge RoadThis historic bridge is located close to Twizel, on the way to Omarama. Just before you reach the High Country Salmon Farm turn left onto Old Iron Bridge Road. Take a right on the gravel road and continue along until you reach the bridge.
Hot Tubs
Hot Tubs Omarama
Omarama - hot pools if you need a soak to warm up !
Tekapo Springs
300 Lakeside DrLake views , hot pools and more
Sightseeing, Hiking and Biking
Aoraki Mt Cook National Park is 40 minutes away by car. There are a number of hiking trails within easy access but the Hooker Valley track is a must.
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Parc national Aoraki/Mount Cook
Aoraki Mt Cook National Park is 40 minutes away by car. There are a number of hiking trails within easy access but the Hooker Valley track is a must.
In the summer months try a day climb using the Greta trail to the top of Ben Ohau.
https://www.freewalks.nz/twizel/ben-ohau-peak-walk/
Ben Ohau
In the summer months try a day climb using the Greta trail to the top of Ben Ohau.
https://www.freewalks.nz/twizel/ben-ohau-peak-walk/
A2O - Alps to Ocean cycle track runs past the back of the property - You can drop off and stay on your way or if you just want to do a short day cycle, hire bikes in town and bike the trail around to Ohau Lodge for lunch.
https://cyclejourneys.co.nz
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Cycle Journeys Twizel
3 Benmore PlA2O - Alps to Ocean cycle track runs past the back of the property - You can drop off and stay on your way or if you just want to do a short day cycle, hire bikes in town and bike the trail around to Ohau Lodge for lunch.
https://cyclejourneys.co.nz
This trail runs for 12 km over old farm tracks and a newly established river track. The river is intermittently lined with willow trees which provide plenty of shade on a hot summer’s day. It is also a great place to explore and find an uncrowded swimming hole or fishing spot.
Mountain bikers, off-road runners, walkers and anglers will enjoy using Twizel River Trail. The pedestrian gates are wide enough for all-terrain baby buggies to fit through so that young families may also enjoy a stroll alongside Twizel River.
https://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/canterbury/places/twizel-area/things-to-do/twizel-town-tracks/
Twizel River
This trail runs for 12 km over old farm tracks and a newly established river track. The river is intermittently lined with willow trees which provide plenty of shade on a hot summer’s day. It is also a great place to explore and find an uncrowded swimming hole or fishing spot.
Mountain bikers, off-road runners, walkers and anglers will enjoy using Twizel River Trail. The pedestrian gates are wide enough for all-terrain baby buggies to fit through so that young families may also enjoy a stroll alongside Twizel River.
https://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/canterbury/places/twizel-area/things-to-do/twizel-town-tracks/
Skiing
The Ohau Snow field has great terrain for all skill levels from beginners to intermediate skiers and snowboarders. Beginners will find wide open runs while the more advanced rider can hike to more challenging terrain for un-touched powder runs.
From the skifield runs, Lake Ōhau and the Mackenzie Basin can be seen spread out below in the valley floor. There are good views across the lake to Ben Ohau.
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Ohau
The Ohau Snow field has great terrain for all skill levels from beginners to intermediate skiers and snowboarders. Beginners will find wide open runs while the more advanced rider can hike to more challenging terrain for un-touched powder runs.
From the skifield runs, Lake Ōhau and the Mackenzie Basin can be seen spread out below in the valley floor. There are good views across the lake to Ben Ohau.
Ski or Snowboard in the heart of the South Island of New Zealand. Roundhill is a fantastic family ski field with breathtaking views of Aoraki Mt Cook, the Southern Alps and Lake Tekapo. Roundhill is a place that friends and family meet to enjoy a relaxing day on the slopes.
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Roundhill Ski Area
2544 Lilybank RdSki or Snowboard in the heart of the South Island of New Zealand. Roundhill is a fantastic family ski field with breathtaking views of Aoraki Mt Cook, the Southern Alps and Lake Tekapo. Roundhill is a place that friends and family meet to enjoy a relaxing day on the slopes.
Ski and ride at Mt Dobson for natural dry powder snow, trails for all abilities and a huge learners area with all day sun and wide open uncrowded runs. A great balance of groomed trails and off piste for the more adventurous. There is a large area of developed trails and miles of fresh untracked snow.
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Mt Dobson Ski Area
1274 Fairlie-Tekapo RdSki and ride at Mt Dobson for natural dry powder snow, trails for all abilities and a huge learners area with all day sun and wide open uncrowded runs. A great balance of groomed trails and off piste for the more adventurous. There is a large area of developed trails and miles of fresh untracked snow.
Neighbourhoods
Twizel is the largest town in the Mackenzie District, in the Canterbury Region of the South Island of New Zealand. The town was founded in 1968 to house construction workers on the Upper Waitaki Hydroelectric Scheme. Today, Twizel is a service and tourist town for visitors to the area.
Before you head to the hut we suggest you drop into the Twizel Village to get things you may need for your stay. There are two 4 Square Supermarkets in the village as well as a Pharmacy, Bottle store, a great book store and Jakes Hardware which has just about everything you never knew you needed.
This is a great website to refer to for the whole region, check out
https://mackenzienz.com
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Twizel
Twizel is the largest town in the Mackenzie District, in the Canterbury Region of the South Island of New Zealand. The town was founded in 1968 to house construction workers on the Upper Waitaki Hydroelectric Scheme. Today, Twizel is a service and tourist town for visitors to the area.
Before you head to the hut we suggest you drop into the Twizel Village to get things you may need for your stay. There are two 4 Square Supermarkets in the village as well as a Pharmacy, Bottle store, a great book store and Jakes Hardware which has just about everything you never knew you needed.
This is a great website to refer to for the whole region, check out
https://mackenzienz.com
Fishing
Lake Ohau really offers a high-country lake-fishing experience, with clear water and spectacular alpine views, and is open all year round.
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Lake Ohau
Lake Ohau really offers a high-country lake-fishing experience, with clear water and spectacular alpine views, and is open all year round.
Much of the upper portion of the river is in the Ahuriri Conservation Park. The River is a well-regarded fly fishing river, containing both brown and rainbow trout. The Ahuriri valley is a worth a day trip even if you don't fish.
https://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/canterbury/places/ahuriri-conservation-park
Ahuriri River
Much of the upper portion of the river is in the Ahuriri Conservation Park. The River is a well-regarded fly fishing river, containing both brown and rainbow trout. The Ahuriri valley is a worth a day trip even if you don't fish.
https://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/canterbury/places/ahuriri-conservation-park
The Ohau canal is a popular fishing spot and it's just over the back fence of the Ruataniwha Hut !
Both rainbow and brown trout are found in the Ohau Canal . These can reach very impressive sizes, particularly early (October) and late (April) in the season.
Ohau Canal Road
Ohau Canal RoadThe Ohau canal is a popular fishing spot and it's just over the back fence of the Ruataniwha Hut !
Both rainbow and brown trout are found in the Ohau Canal . These can reach very impressive sizes, particularly early (October) and late (April) in the season.
Conseils sur la ville
Manières de faire des économises
Before you arrive stock up for your stay.
Before you head to the hut we suggest you drop into the Twizel Village to get things you may need for your stay. There are two 4 Square Supermarkets in the village as well as a Pharmacy, Bottle store, a great book store and Jakes Hardware which has just about everything you never knew you needed.