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OTAMATAPAIO RIVER Map current as of 20/2/17 OTEMATATA S 83 www.alps2ocean.com N 24km
0 1 2 3 4 5km KEY: Onroad Off-road trail Picnic Area Scale
Leaving Omarama OTEMATATAyou ride RIVER east down the Waitaki Valley, following the off-road trail to the top of the Chain Hills 5km. . From here you descend beside State Highway 83, then follow the edge of Lake Benmore to Pumpkin Point 10km . Continue beside the lake to Sailors Cutting – a popular boating, fishing and camping destination 13km . Then it’s a short on-road climb up to Otematata saddle 18km with views of Lake Aviemore and the valley beyond, then downhill all the way to Otematata. Trail route and weather conditions subject to change. Please check website before daily departure.
Trail Surfaces: Highlights: Safety Notes: • Chain Hills Viewpoint • Lake Benmore Parts of the trail are on State Highway 83. Please take care. Cyclists are advised to • Sailors Cutting Scenic ride single file, and to keep left. Reserve • Otematata Wetlands Walk Smooth Shingle (53%) Sealed Road (47%) • Autumn Colours (April)
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