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Possum Lodge

Possum Lodge is a traditional, character-filled campground tucked into native beech forest on the edge of Lake Manapouri and adjacent to the mouth of the lower Waiau River in Fiordland, New Zealand.

The sheltered setting is peaceful, enlivened by a native birds' dawn chorus, and a short walk leads to sandy lake shores or a riverside stroll through the trees. The location is well-suited for outdoor exploration.

Pearl Harbour, the departure point for Doubtful Sound cruises, is roughly an eight-minute walk away, and the campground serves as a convenient base for several of New Zealand's Great Walks, including the Kepler, Milford, and Routeburn tracks.

The Waiau River alongside the property is noted for trout fishing, and the Manapouri Circle Track offers elevated views over the lake.


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