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Motatapu access day

November 23 @ 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Motatapu River Access Day
Sunday 23rd November, 2025
Motatapu Station has kindly agreed to allowing paddler access to the Motatapu river across private land. This is a pretty awesome but seldom run G3-4 section super close to Wānaka!
Access to the north branch G4(+) section is possible by walking on foot from the confluence (no shuttle access). Beware of wood in this section
IMPORTANT: Please ensure you read ALL rules before attending. Violations may result in permanent loss of access for the entire paddling community!
Access rules:
1. DO NOT drive beyond the confluence with the North branch of the Motatapu River – park before the confluence and carry your gear further if needed
2. MINIMIZE VEHICLES, please ensure you carpool with other paddlers whenever possible! We don’t want excessive vehicles on the farm. Organize rides in this event page or meet 9:30 am at meet at the public carpark on the right, just before the one way bridge/entrance to the station, to sort out cars and shuttles.
3. SPEED LIMIT is 30km/hr maximum on ALL farm roads, no exceptions – respect the livestock and farm operations
4. GENERAL CONDUCT: Stay on designated tracks, leave all gates as found, take ALL rubbish with you, be courteous to farm staff, and please respect all signage
Ultimately, this access day is a privilege, not a right. Your actions reflect on the paddling community, don’t disappoint your peers or those who have volunteered their time to organize this opportunity! Ensure you bring your best behaviour, camera and biggest smiles because it’s going to be a sweet day out!
Big thanks to Matt Stout and Nick Pascoe for organizing access!

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