8 Dams in South Island That You Shouldn't Miss

November 23, 2021 Mikaela Didonna

Discover the best top things to do in South Island, New Zealand including Falls Dam, Flat Top Hill Conservation Area, Taylor Dam, Naseby Swimming Dam, Roxburgh Hydro Dam & Lookout, Lake Benmore Hydro-Electric Power Station, Aviemore Dam, Clyde Dam.
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1. Falls Dam

St. Bathans New Zealand
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Falls Dam

2. Flat Top Hill Conservation Area

Butchers Gully 9392, Alexandra New Zealand http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/otago/places/alexandra-area/flat-top-hill-conservation-area
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Flat Top Hill Conservation Area

3. Taylor Dam

Taylor Pass Road, Blenheim 7201 New Zealand http://www.marlborough.govt.nz/Recreation/Parks-and-Reserves/Reserves/Blenheim/Taylor-Dam.aspx
Excellent
35%
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59%
Satisfactory
6%
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4.5 based on 17 reviews

Taylor Dam

4. Naseby Swimming Dam

20 Swimming Dam Road, Naseby 9396 New Zealand +64 3-444 9961 http://www.nasebyinfo.org.nz/activites.htm
Excellent
75%
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17%
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8%
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4.5 based on 12 reviews

Naseby Swimming Dam

Reviewed By MoniqueJThomas - Matakana, New Zealand

We had a lovely swim at the dam on the day we arrived in Naseby. The kids enjoyed jumping off the diving board. Lovely spot with shade, a playground and toilets. Walking distance from the centre of town.

5. Roxburgh Hydro Dam & Lookout

Roxburgh E Road Roxburgh Hydro Village, Roxburgh 9571 New Zealand http://mightyclutha.blogspot.co.nz/search/label/Roxburgh%20dam
Excellent
50%
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40%
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10%
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4.5 based on 10 reviews

Roxburgh Hydro Dam & Lookout

6. Lake Benmore Hydro-Electric Power Station

Loch Laird Rd, Otematata New Zealand
Excellent
50%
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39%
Satisfactory
11%
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

Lake Benmore Hydro-Electric Power Station

Reviewed By Sharpeze - Dunedin, New Zealand

A great example of an earth dam. Scenery is pretty spectacular especially if you happen to be there when they are spilling water. Plenty of areas to park and view/photograph from different angles. You can swim/picnic and freedom camp nearby.

7. Aviemore Dam

Te Akatarawa Rd, Kurow 9435 New Zealand
Excellent
38%
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54%
Satisfactory
8%
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4.5 based on 13 reviews

Aviemore Dam

Reviewed By Sharpeze - Dunedin, New Zealand

Been coming up to Lake Aviemore for freedom camping for years. The lake changes depending on the wind direction. very beautiful picture if the lake is flat. Certainly worth a stop and look if driving past on the main highway from Otematata or Kurow.

8. Clyde Dam

Old Fruitgrowers Road, Clyde New Zealand
Excellent
29%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
23%
Poor
3%
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4.0 based on 31 reviews

Clyde Dam

Reviewed By mgreaney2018 - Wellington, New Zealand

I first visited before the dam was build back in the late 60's. I'm always a bit sad that the original town and orchards are under water now. At the same time it's great to create electricity and places for water sport.

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