Omarama area: Places to go in Canterbury

Clay Cliffs, Omarama

Image: Michael Hamilton | Creative Commons

Introduction

Nestled among mountains and lakes in the heart of the Mackenzie Basin, the Omarama area offers excellent fishing, biking and hiking opportunities.

There are many rivers and lakes in and near Omarama suitable for recreational fishing.

Brown and Rainbow trout are the main fish species caught here, although salmon are also common.

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