Hurunui / Top Gorge, II
Sun, 2008-12-14 21:11 — jonathan
Hurunui
The river is immediately constrained by a steep-walled gorge with a two or three distinct drops that can be challenging for inexperienced paddlers. Beyond the short gorge the river opens out onto shallow boulder gardens down to the bedrock at Jollie Brook.
To get to the take out: Look for the swingbridge across the Hurunui 500m downstream from Jollie Brook.
To get to the put in: At the stockyards, walk down a 4WD track to where Sisters Stream meets the Hurunui.
Fill:
71%Credits:
Jonathan Hunt, Richard SuttonNo incidents reported.
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