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Ohau Moraines Wetland Complex brochure

Published:

March 2008

Nestled under the Ohau Range, south-west of Lake Ohau and inland from Omarama, is the Ohau Moraines Wetland Complex.

Summary

This high country wetland complex is one of the largest wetland areas to be proteced in recent years anywhere in New Zealand.

Formerly Tarnbrae Station, it was purchased by Nature Heritage Fund.

It will eventually be added to Ahuriri Conservation Park.

Contact

Twizel Area Office
Phone: +64 3 435 0802
Fax: +64 3 435 0852
Email: TwizelAO@doc.govt.nz
Address: Wairepo Road
Twizel 7901
Postal Address: Private Bag
Twizel 7944

Learn more

Canterbury places to visit

Safety

Follow the Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies

Contacts

Authors and others wanting to use DOC recreation information in publications should contact recreation@doc.govt.nz

Conservation for prosperity. Tiakina te taiao, kia puawai