Discover Ashburton
13 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Mount Potts
Located in the Hakatere Conservation Park, this mountain offers panoramic views and is a great spot for landscape photography.
Mount Sunday
A unique location known for its connection to the Lord of the Rings, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
Rakaia Gorge
A scenic gorge with stunning views of the Rakaia River and surrounding mountains, ideal for landscape photography.
Hakatere Conservation Park
Known for its vast landscapes and diverse wildlife, this park offers stunning views of mountains and lakes.
Lake Clearwater
A serene lake surrounded by mountains, offering opportunities for capturing reflections and alpine landscapes.
Rakaia Gorge Suspension Bridge
A scenic bridge over the Rakaia River, offering stunning views of the gorge and surrounding mountains.
Lake Camp
Part of the Ashburton Lakes region, offering stunning sunrise and dawn photography opportunities with vibrant skies.
Lake Heron
A serene lake surrounded by mountains, perfect for landscape photography with reflections of the surrounding peaks.
Hakatere Conservation Reserve
Located near Christchurch, this reserve offers diverse landscapes including wetlands, grasslands, and forests. It is known for its unique vistas and is a filming location for Lord of the Rings.
Lake Tepako
Part of the Ashburton Lakes, this spot is known for its peaceful surroundings and unique photo opportunities, including reflections and wildlife.
Ashburton River
A picturesque river with opportunities for capturing rural landscapes and river scenes.
Mount Somers
Offers scenic views of the mountains and valleys, ideal for capturing landscape and nature photography.
Harper River
A picturesque river with opportunities for landscape and nature photography, offering scenic views of the river and surrounding mountains.