This shingle fan reveals a massive accumulation of scree cascading from the hillside, spreading out in a fan-like shape on the ground. The mountains in this area are steep, sparsely vegetated, and exposed to strong winds and heavy rainfall. These conditions are largely due to the elevation of the mountains and their close proximity to the coast.
The suburb of Wainuiomata was largely comprised of swamp. in 1855 a massive 8.2 earthquake raised much land above...
The Sledge Track Creek in Wainuiomata offers a scenic view, winding through dense native bush with an old forestry...
Ultimate Pool is further up Wainuiomata River from Top Pool. Access is gained via Reservoir Road or Gums Loop...
Tranquil beauty of the Wainuiomata River gracefully flowing through an Autumn landscape. Location is Hine Road Recreation Area.
A sunny day at Richard Prouse Park in Wainuiomata looking toward Hine Road and Sunny Grove. The hills are...
A view of the rugged coastline and native vegetation on the southern North Island, specifically in Wainuiomata. This section...
Reservoir Road in the Wainuiomata Waterworks Recreation Area gives you access to the dams and many walks in the...
Observing a morepork (ruru), commonly referred to as the brown owl. Indigenous to New Zealand and Norfolk Island, this...
