Lake Sumner

Lake Sumner, known as Hokakura in Māori, is a lake situated 100 km northwest of Christchurch in the Canterbury region of New Zealand.[1] The lake is located in the Lake Sumner Forest Park; the Hurunui River and several other lakes (Loch Katrine, Lake Sheppard, Lake Taylor and Lake Mason) also lie within the park.

Lake Sumner
Lake Sumner, viewed from above Shoal Bay
LocationLake Sumner Forest Park, Hurunui District in the Canterbury region, South Island
Coordinates42.70°S 172.217°E / -42.70; 172.217
Basin countriesNew Zealand

The Lake Sumner region is a popular area for hunting, tramping, trout fishing, whitewater kayaking, and mountainbiking. Several Department of Conservation tramping huts in the region make it a common destination for overnight trips; however, the area's comparatively remote location and difficult vehicle access mean it is seldom crowded.

References

  1. "Place name detail: Lake Sumner". New Zealand Gazetteer. Land Information New Zealand. Retrieved 18 March 2009.


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