Wairehu Canal / Wairehu Playhole, II
Sun, 2011-09-25 16:52 — Mike Birch
Wairehu Canal
The Wairehu Canal is part of the Tongariro Power Scheme and runs between Lakes Otamangakau and Rotoaira. Genesis Energy built the playhole as mitigation for the scheme and it has been open for use by kayakers since April 2010.
To find out the flow, call the Genesis flow phone: 07 386 8113 and press 2. Listen for the flow in the Wairehu canal.
Please read the sign at the site which displays the “Rules of Use”.
There is no camping allowed at the site.
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Disclaimer
Canoeing and kayaking are activities with inherent risks. Whitewater NZ takes no responsibility for the accuracy of this guide, nor for any risks or dangers that canoeists or kayakers may encounter. Any users should fully research the current river conditions and ensure they are fully equipped and have the appropriate skills, before embarking on any river trip, per Whitewater NZ Code of Practice. While every effort is made to ensure that details are correct, it is possible that this information is no longer accurate. If you find discrepancies or errors, please let us know at guide@rivers.org.nz .
