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Hurunui High Country Lakes

See the North Canterbury regulations for the regulations that apply to each river.

1

Lake Sumner

Unrestricted 4WD road access is available to Loch Katrine, but anglers need to get the lock combination to a gate lock to drive from Loch Katrine to the head of Lake Sumner from the DOC Waimakariri Office in Rangiora, phone (03) 313 0820. Boats can be launched at Loch Katrine and can be taken through to Lake Sumner via the canal that connects the two lakes.

See the Upper Hurunui access map and the list of Hurunui River access points.

2

Loch Katrine

A settlement of huts at the head of Loch Katrine is the location for many holiday-makers using the area.

See the Upper Hurunui access map and the list of Hurunui River access points.

3

Lake Mason

Lake Mason and Little Lake Mason lie on Lake Taylor Station. Permission must be gained from the station before driving to the lake. Walking access is available to Lake Mason from Home Bay at Lake Sumner.

See the Upper Hurunui access map and the list of Hurunui River access points.

4

Lake Taylor

Lake Taylor is a popular fishing and camping spot.

See the Upper Hurunui access map and the list of Hurunui River access points.

5

Lake Sheppard

Access to this lake is over private land through the Lakes Station Homestead. It is advisable to ring the station before leaving home to ensure permission is obtained.

See the Upper Hurunui access map and the list of Hurunui River access points.

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