New Zealand - Hamurana Springs


Hamurana Springs is the deepest natural fresh water spring in the North Island. It pumps out 4.5 million liters (1.2 million gallons) per hour and feeds a crystal clear stream that drains into Lake Rotorua. We walked the loop trail through the nature reserve that contains the springs and stream, and at one point came upon the unexpected sight of a grove of coastal redwoods. We later learned that these were planted in 1919, most likely by the farmer on the site at the time. The tallest of these trees are now an impressive 55 meters (180 feet). Add to that tree ferns, ducks, trout, swans and incredibly clear waters and you have a very special place.

Redwoods at Hamurana Springs. It only looks like California.














(photo by Deborah)








Black Swans, having just lifted their heads after feeding underwater. They're really not drooling.





Duck video, including a very brief chase scene.

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