Clutha District Travel Guide

Otago

Rainbow over Nugget Point lighthouse after the storm. Ahuriri Flat, Clutha district, Otago region, South Island, New Zealand.
The Nugget Point Lighthouse. Just look at it! It's absolutely stunning. Definitely worth taking a look at this classic Kiwi lighthouse if you're in or near the Catlins area. Just be careful if walking the track at midnight.
This was taken after a hike in pitch black at 4:30am to the lighthouse. I prepared the camera and waited patiently and without much sleep to gather the first rays of the sunrise. It truly was the best sunrise I have seen and well worth the lack of sleep. #Adventure
One of many walks within The Catlins in New Zealand's South Island, Purakaunui Falls is an easy 10 minute walk from the highway car park through pretty moss-covered rainforest.
The incredible McLean Falls in The Catlins, New Zealand. If you're feeling adventurous you can even climb to the top of the falls and stand on the edge 😮

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Nugget Point Lighthouse showing mist or fog, a lighthouse and rugged coastline
Kaka Point
Known for Sea, Beaches and Bars
Escape to Kaka Point! Enjoy its oceanfront, beaches and wildlife.

Reasons to visit

  • Kaka Point Scenic Reserve
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Upper McLean Falls; the reward at the end of the short walk through the rain forest in the Catlins on the south island of New Zealand. #nature
Catlins Forest Park
Known for Natural parks
Get away to Catlins Forest Park! Enjoy the parks and more.

Reasons to visit

  • McLean Falls
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Purakaunui Falls featuring forest scenes, a cascade and a river or creek
Owaka
Head to sights like Catlins Lake and Teapot World as you discover Owaka.
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Kawarau River @ Roaring Meg
Balclutha
Known for Friendly people
Venture to Kaka Point Scenic Reserve and Kaka Point Beach—just two of the sights around Balclutha.
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Florence Hill Lookout at Tautuku Bay on the Chasland Highway, near the Catlins Forest Part
Papatowai
Check out Purakaunui Falls and McLean Falls—just a couple of the sights around Papatowai.
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Milton
Milton
Known for Hiking, Culture and Art
Experience the hiking, culture and art in Milton!
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