Lake Opuha - Tekapo Tourism

A recent addition to New Zealand's long list of inland lakes is Lake Opuha.

Hidden away in the South Island's Fairlie Basin, Lake Opuha is a man made lake built with the purpose of acting as a irrigation reservoir

The southern boat ramp at Lake Opuha

Freedom camping is permitted at Lake Opuha at the 3 designated camp areas, except between 23 Dec - 2nd Monday in Jan when no camping is permitted. Length of stays are limited to 2 nights only. Campers must be self sufficient with own toilet facilities. Camp sites do not have rubbish facilities. Campers must collect and remove own rubbish when leaving./></p>
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In addition to water storage, Lake Opuha also provides electricity with a small scale hydro 7.5MW electric plant on the outlet of the dam.
The lake is also a great source of recreation with wonderful fishing, boating and water skiing opportunities.
Freedom camping is permitted at Lake Opuha at the 3 designated camp areas, except between 23 Dec - 2nd Monday in Jan when no camping is permitted. Length of stays are limited to 2 nights only.

 

Map of Lake Opuha and Fairlie

 

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