Tuatapere
Tuatapere
The Tuatapere boat ramp sits on the Waiau River at 78 Elder Drive, Tuatapere, Southland, and is managed by Southland District Council.
It provides access to the Waiau, Southland's largest river, which flows more than 80 kilometres before emptying into Foveaux Strait. The river is well stocked with brown and rainbow trout, making fishing the primary draw for visitors using the ramp.
The boat ramp is located upstream of the road bridge. Note that the Waiau is wide and swift and is not considered safe for swimming.
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