Lake Haupiri

Depth:
18.5 metres
Area:
223.8 hectares
Lake ID:
5012
Main vegetation type:
Indigenous Forest
42° 34' 3" S
171° 41' 31" E
Lowland

Iwi / representative groups:

  • Ngāi Tahu
    • Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Waewae

Description

Lake Haupiri is a small lake located inland from Nelson Creek, north of Greymouth. It is a popular place for trout fishing and boating. Lake Haupiri has, on its southern side, a significant community, and substantial dairy farming. Lake Haupiri is a riverine lake. The main inflows to the lake are on the south and west sides. The main outflow of the lake is to the Haupiri River. The catchment surrounding Lake Haupiri consists of native forest, dairy farming, scrub, tussock and wetlands. Lake Haupiri’s maximum depth is 20 m.

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