Lake McGregor / Whakarukumoana

Depth:
11.5 metres
Area:
37.1 hectares
Lake ID:
4992
Main vegetation type:
Low Productivity Grassland
43° 56' 9" S
170° 28' 15" E
Highland

Iwi / representative groups:

  • Ngāi Tahu
    • Te Rūnanga o Arowhenua
    • Te Rūnanga o Moeraki
    • Te Rūnanga o Waihao

Description

Whakarukumoana (Lake McGregor) lies on the western shore of Lake Tekapo at an altitude of 700 m. The lake covers an area of 37 hectares with a maximum depth of 11.5 m.