Lake Ohau

A lake named Lake Ohau is located in New Zealand's South Island's Mackenzie Basin. Lake 'hau's northern end received water from the Hopkins and Dobson rivers. Long ago, glacial movements helped to create this lake. This lake is one of the most beautiful lakes New Zealand. It is one of three identical lakes that are located north-south and share the same border. The Hopkins and Dobson Rivers, which originate in the Southern Alps, provide the water for these lakes.

The Lake Ohau Snow Fields, one of the nation's top destinations for winter enjoyment, boasts some very outstanding height, annual snowfall, and a number of available paths for hikers of all skill levels. The ski season normally lasts from early August to the end of October, but this might vary depending on the actual weather. Fishing, hiking, and kayaking are common pastimes for tourists that come during the warmer months.

With its unobstructed clear skies and little population, Lake Ohau is renowned for the quality of its stargazing. The Aoraki Mackenzie Dark Sky Reserve, with a 4300 square kilometer boundary that follows the eastern shore of Lake Hau, was established in 2012. Only eight of these exist globally.

Location: Mackenzie Basin, Waitaki District, Canterbury region, South Island