WalkHidden gem

Arnold River dam walk

Kaimata, West Coast

A one hour track past a hydro power station and kahikatea forest.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
60 min
Arnold River dam walk
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A short track past a small hydro power station, through kahikatea and rimu forest to a view over the dam. An easy hour for a break near Lake Brunner.

Good to know

  • Easy
  • Combine with Lake Brunner stop
Getting there
Short walk from the road end or car park; DOC lists it as 1 hr (easiest).

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