
Athol
Athol is a small country town that lies on the Southern Scenic Route. In the 19th century, attempts were made at gold mining on the nearby Nokomai River, but these were unsuccessful. Nowadays, farming is thriving in the area, and the area has become a popular fishing spot as the nearby Mataura River is great for brown trout fishing. The Lodge and Holiday Park is a popular resting stop for cyclists riding the Around the Mountains Cycle Trail, a 186km long journey through historic townships and rural farmland. Two purpose-built bridges for cyclists and walkers of the trail have been nicknamed the "Golden Gates," a stop here is a definite must. For a bite to eat, head over to the Brown Trout Café, and while you're here, cross the road and pay the Athol Art Gallery visit.
Athol Art Gallery
The Athol Gallery represents both established and new artists who have a deep connection to the land…
Mataura River
The 190km long Mataura River is renowned as a source of brown trout and is a legendary dry…
The Lodge & Holiday Park
Nestled on the banks of the Mataura River, renowned for Trout Fishing, and alongside the Around the…
Around the Mountains Cycle Trail
The Around the Mountains Cycle Trail offers an unrivalled diversity for cyclists. The 186km journey…
The Brown Trout Cafe
Our Brown Trout Cafe is your friendly, family owned stop off, travelling between Millford Sound and…
Northern Southland
Northern Southland is a beautiful contrast of green, rolling farmland, majestic snow-capped mountains, and tussock clad high country. Read More
Things To Do
Northern Southland offers plenty to see and do – particularly if you like mountain biking, are searching for back country adventure, or want to experience the Southland farming lifestyle. Read More
Accommodation
There are plenty of hotels, motels, holiday homes, B&B’s and farmstays spread around Northern Southland, providing accommodation for every itinerary and budget. Read More
Riversdale
Riversdale is a small rural town located between the Hokonui Hills and the Mataura River in the centre of the Waimea Plains. Each year Riversdale Community Centre holds the Riversdale… Read More
Northern Southland
Northern Southland is a beautiful contrast of green, rolling farmland, majestic snow-capped mountains, and tussock clad high country. Read More
Things To Do
Northern Southland offers plenty to see and do – particularly if you like mountain biking, are searching for back country adventure, or want to experience the Southland farming lifestyle. Read More
Accommodation
There are plenty of hotels, motels, holiday homes, B&B’s and farmstays spread around Northern Southland, providing accommodation for every itinerary and budget. Read More
Biking
Northern Southland offers some of the premier cycling trails and mountain bike tracks in the country. The Around The Mountains Cycle Trail allows all levels of riders to meander through high country farms… Read More
Lumsden
Lumsden is Northern Southland’s main hub and a major travellers junction, providing access to Invercargill, Queenstown, Fiordland, and Gore. Read More
Riversdale
Riversdale is a small rural town located between the Hokonui Hills and the Mataura River in the centre of the Waimea Plains. Each year Riversdale Community Centre holds the Riversdale… Read More