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Central Otago

228 images Created 29 Mar 2010

Central Otago is home to Queenstown, Wanaka, and Glenorchy. Although the goldrush is over, golden tussock graces the mountains and valleys, creating vivid landscapes.

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  • Sunset Silhouettes & Reflections at the Wanaka Willow Tree, New Zealand
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  • Along the banks of the Arrow River in Arrowtown, a golden leaf delicately floats upon the oily surface a shallow pool of water.  Vibrant autumn colors can be found not only on the trees and hillsides of Arrowtown, but also in more intimate and hidden pockets of nature.
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  • A group of shags roost in a willow tree in Lake Wanaka under a canopy of stars.  Central Otago, New Zealand.
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  • Orange skies bleed into pink as sunset descends over Lake Wakatipu, from Mount Roy in Wanaka, New Zealand
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  • Glenorchy, New Zealand
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  • Blue Lake, St Bathans, Central Otago
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  • Soft light graces the countryside hills of Central Otago in autumn, New Zealand.
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  • The famous willow tree at Lake Wanaka has a guest...a rustic red boat.
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  • Blue Lake, St Bathans, Central Otago
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  • Autumn Colours in Central Otago, New Zealand
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  • The view of Lake Wakatipu from Bennett's Bluff, halfway between Queenstown and Glenorchy, on the South Island of New Zealand.
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  • The impressionistic quality of lake and river reflections have always inspired artists.  On a unusually calm autumn day along the Clutha River, nature reflects its best rendition of an oil painting.
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  • Snow-covered Remarkables and Queenstown, New Zealand
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  • The mountain range sets ablaze as the sun rises at Lake Wanaka, with the famous willow tree emerging out of Lake Wanaka in autumn.
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  • A soft pink sunrise over the lone willow tree at Lake Wanaka, New Zealand
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  • A soft pink sunrise over the lone willow tree at Lake Wanaka, New Zealand
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  • A large panoramic of a subtle sunrise over the lone willow tree at Lake Wanaka, New Zealand.
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  • A fiery sunrise appears to set Mount Earnslaw ablaze, as viewed from Glenorchy Lagoon, South Island, New Zealand.
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  • At sunset, Mount Earnslaw reflects in the still waters of Lake Diamond, in Paradise, New Zealand.
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  • Sunset glow at Lake Wakatipu, New Zealand
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  • Sunrise over the Humboldt Mountains with the pyramid-shaped Mt Alfred to the right, in Glenorchy, New Zealand.
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  • Sunlight breaks through the forest along the banks of Arrow River in Arrowtown, New Zealand.
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  • Islands of golden autumn trees stranded thoughout the outlet of Lake Wakatipu, with Queenstown in the far distance.
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  • Pink dawn over Mt Alfred and Mt Earnslaw, at Glenorchy, Mount Aspiring National Park
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  • A peaceful reflection of fall foliage at Lake  Hayes, Central Otago, New Zealand.
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  • A splash of purple and pink at sunset graces the snow-capped mountains at Lake Wanaka, New Zealand.
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  • "Pursue some path, however narrow and crooked, in which you can walk with love and reverence." ~ Henry David Thoreau<br />
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At the end of a golden trail of autumn leaves lies a golden willow tree, along the shores of Lake Wanaka, Central Otago.
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  • B&W of the lone willow tree in Lake Wanaka, New Zealand
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  • Autumn trees at Millbrook Resort, Arrowtown, New Zealand
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  • In autumn, the gold is found above the gold miner's shack!
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  • The historic Cardrona chapel in autumn, Central Otago, New Zealand
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  • The historic Cardrona chapel in autumn, Central Otago, New Zealand
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  • Dawn over Blue Lake, St Bathans, Central Otago
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  • Blue Lake, St Bathans, Central Otago
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  • Nature has a powerful ability to not only clear your mind, but also to rejuvenate it!  If you're overworked, overtired, or stuck in a rut with tele or the internet, be good to yourself and make a plan to visit the stunning fall colors in Arrowtown, New Zealand!  Or simply visit the great outdoors in your local area to reconnect with life : )
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  • Autumn leaves at Skipper's Canyon, Queenstown, New Zealand
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  • Lenticular Clouds over the Crown Pass, Central Otago, New Zealand
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  • Blue Lake, St Bathans, Central Otago
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  • A brilliant golden tree shines along the shore of Lake Wanaka, New Zealand.
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  • Morning light illuminates green farmland surrounded by the many waterways of Lake Wanaka.
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  • A patch of golden leaves contrasted against the bark of a tree in autumn, at Arrowtown, New Zealand.
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  • "All that is gold does not glitter, not all those who wander are lost; the old that is strong does not wither, deep roots are not reached by the frost." ~ J.R.R. Tolkien<br />
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A lake-swamped willow tree flourishes in Lake Wanaka, with subtle golden light cast on the mountains behind.
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  • Golden Willow Tree and blue skies at Lake Wakatipu
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  • Golden Willow Tree and blue skies at Lake Wakatipu
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  • Low tide reflection of the famous golden willow tree at Lake Wanaka, New Zealand
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  • A rising full moon begins to illuminate the mountain range at Moke Lake, near Queenstown.
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  • Glendhu Bay panoramic (12x40-inch)
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  • A sunny day illuminates the blue and green hues of Lake Hawea, Central Otago, New Zealand.
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  • Sunrise over Lake Wanaka, Central Otago, New Zealand
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  • Lake Wanaka Sunrise, Central Otago, New Zealand
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  • Autumn Colours in Central Otago, New Zealand
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  • Clutha River, fall colors, New Zealand
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  • Central Otago, lake, New Zealand
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  • Gold does grow on trees!  (Autumn at Lake Wanaka, Central Otago, New Zealand)
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  • River rafters drifting along the Kawarua River, Queenstown
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  • Kawarua River in the autumn, Central Otago
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  • Glenorchy, New Zealand
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  • Lake Wanaka, New Zealand
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  • Beautiful green spring on an early morning at Lake Wanaka, New Zealand
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  • Arrowtown in the Fall, New Zealand.
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  • Horse Carriage in Historic Arrowtown, New Zealand
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  • Remarkable Mountains, Frankton, New Zealand
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  • Shotover River in autumn, Queenstown, New Zealand
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  • Autumn Colours in Central Otago, New Zealand
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  • Lake Wanaka, New Zealand
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  • Thunder Creek Falls, Mount Aspiring National Park
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  • Autumn colors along the banks of Arrow River, Arrowtown, New Zealand.
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  • A peach and pink sunrise over Glenorchy Lagoon, at the gateway to Mount Aspiring National Park, New Zealand
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  • New Zealand sheep farm, winter, Central Otago
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  • Glenorchy Wetland reflection, New Zealand (12x48 inch print)
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  • Clutha River, fall colors, New Zealand
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  • Clutha River, fall colors, New Zealand
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  • Alpaca in New Zealand
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  • Sun rays break through and illuminate the Humboldt Mountain range over Lake Wakatipu, New Zealand.
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  • Clutha River, fall colors, New Zealand
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  • Lake Wakatipu panoramic, in between Queenstown and Glenorchy, New Zealand
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  • Autumn foliage along the banks of the Kawarua River, Queenstown
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  • Autumn colors along the banks of Arrow River, Arrowtown, New Zealand.
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  • Advance Peak, Macetown, Central Otago, New Zealand
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  • A sunny day illuminates the blue and green hues of Lake Hawea, Central Otago, New Zealand.
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  • Golden foliage in autumn, along Skipper's Canyon
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  • Matukituki Valley, New Zealand
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  • Golden poplars in the Fall, Central Otago, New Zealand
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  • Merino Sheep, Central Otago, New Zealand
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  • Jetboat along the Shotover River, Queenstown
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  • Moke Lake, Queenstown, New Zealand
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  • Central Otago, lake reflection, New Zealand
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  • Clutha River, fall colors, New Zealand
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  • Looking north towards Advance Peak, from Macetown, Central Otago.
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  • red barn in Glenorchy, New Zealand
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  • Autumn colors along the banks of Arrow River, Arrowtown, New Zealand.
    Arrow River in Autumn 02_0204.jpg
  • Red Deer, New Zealand
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  • Red Deer, New Zealand
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  • Shotover River in autumn, Queenstown, New Zealand
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  • Morven Hill and Arrowtown, viewed from Crown Valley Pass, New Zealand
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  • View of Macetown at the confluence of the Rich Burn and the Arrow River, looking southeast from the ridge track to Advance Peak.
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  • Autumn colors along the banks of Arrow River, Arrowtown, New Zealand.
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  • looking out over Lake Wanaka, Central Otago
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  • Lake Hawea, a long narrow, glacial lake, is the smallest and most northerly of the New Zealand southern alpine lakes. The lake is deep blue, crystal clear and the rugged mountains on three sides plunge steeply into the water. The summers here are long, hot and dry; winters cold with snow on the mountain tops and occasionally at lake level.<br />
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The small town of Lake Hawea (pop. 300) is situated on the southern shores of the lake, on the old glacial morraine wall. Being elevated above the lake, means the town has spectacular views and its aspect means it has a wonderful sunny position. It is quiet and relaxed, and provides a tranquil alternative to nearby Wanaka and Queenstown.
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  • Autumn foliage along the banks of the Kawarua River, Queenstown
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