The Upper Manorburn dam features one of the largest sections of ice to skate on in New Zealand. It is also possible to skate to Greenland Reservoir via a long channel.
Dave Young has posted two articles on his skating adventures on the Upper Manorburn and Greenland Reservoirs.
Gallery
Thanks to Dave Young and David Patchett for these photos and video.
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Access
The Upper Manorburn dam is locked to public access during the winter months. To reach the dam you will either need to make your way on foot, bike or some other means or obtain permission to use the road.
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