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SOUTH OTAGO
South Otago
An easy 40 minute drive south from Dunedin International Airport will see you in the heart
of South Otago in Balclutha.
Balclutha is the central hub and largest township in South Otago.
The Clutha River/Mata-Au bridge, with its concrete arches, spans the second longest, but
largest by water volume, river in New Zealand.
Telford - a Division of Lincoln University is located six kms from Balclutha, on a 880ha
commercial farm.
This is where the NAAE Conference 2014 will be held.
Telford has a long and proud history of training New Zealand farmers. The campus extends
over 800 hectares of farmland with halls of residence and facilities, technical workshops
(machinery, carpentry and welding), classrooms and livestock units. Students gain real-life,
practical training under the supervision of experienced tutors, farm managers, equine
tutors, forestry trainers and/or local apiarists.
www.telford.ac.nz
Attractions
Balclutha
Balcluthas impressive arched bridge crosses the mighty Clutha River and the commercial
centre of South Otago. It is an ideal base for exploring South Otago and stocking up on
supplies for you travels.
Tuapeka
From Beaumont, wher ethe roada ns the river meet, enjoy exploring the Clutha River
Corridor Walkway/Bikeway or head on down to Tuapeka to cross the river by historic punt.
Lawrence
This early goldmining town abounds with history and is ideal base to explore the heritage
of the area and sample the growing caf scene.
Attractions
Clinton
Clintons Three Clydesdales represent the countrys agricultural background. The lowland
area is farmed with sheep, deer & dairying and offers some of the best fly fishing in New
Zealand.
Waihola
Lake Waihola is a peaceful stretch of water famous for its reflections. Popular for boating,
windsurfing & fishing, it offers a rowing course of international standard.
Taieri Mouth
Nestled in the folds of the coastline is the seaside fishing village of Taieri Mouth. A perfect
place to experience the beauty of the southern coastline.
Attractions
Inch Clutha
Inch Clutha is a large flat island, in a delta of the Clutha River. The Inch hosts many historic
homesteads, some of which are B&Bs, and given the flat terrain is a great place to explore
by bicycle.
Milton
Milton is the perfect place to stop off on your journey to experience the Sinclair Wetlands,
home to some of New Zealands rarest birds a birdwatchers wonderland.
Kaitangata
Kaitangata, nestled I the banks of the Clutha River, it is ideally suited to take advantage of
boating, white baiting and fishing opportunities.
Attractions
Goldfield Heritage
Balclutha Milton Lawrence Tuapeka - Beaumont
www.cluthacountry.co.nz
Attractions
Sod Cottage
The Sod Cottage is 13km north of Balclutha on SH1. It was built in the 1860s s a stopping
place for miners heading to the goldfields.
Milburn Limeworks
Rare fossils can be seen at the the Milburn Limeworks
Sinclair Wetlands
These significant wetlands are 315 hectare waterfowl reserve with numerous shallow
peaty lagoons, a labyrinth of waterways, and two islands fringed with flax, native bulrush
and grasses.
Lake Tuakitoto
A 10-minute drive from Kaitangata. You will see a selection of birds on this easy going loop
track of 15 kms. About 3 hours return, can also bike this track.
Sesquicentennial Track
Located at Inch Clutha this easy 90 minute return track takes you down to the wonderful
turquoise blue of the Pacific Ocean. You are able to bike this track.
McNally Track
Starts 2kms out of Milton, this hard hoing 7km return walk will take about 3 hours. It will
take you on a climb up to a hilltop lookout 317m above sea level giving you a magnificent
view.
Sinclair Wetlands
Situated between lakes Waihola and Waipori, this easy walk of 2 hours will take you
through the Wetlands and give you an opportunity to hear and see native birds and fish
species.
Government Track
Moderate going walk will take approximately 4 to 5 hours to complete. This walk is also
one the most highly regarded mountain bike tracks in New Zealand.
Interpretative Track
Easy to medium walk will take about 80 minutes to complete. It circumnavigates this
historical area and it will take you past a number of interpretation panels. Which explain
the history of the site and how the gold was extracted.
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