# Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve

> A large lake in the bush east of Hokitika, with picnic spots, walks to waterfalls and a DOC campsite on its shore.

Source: https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-lake-kaniere/

A large lake in the bush east of Hokitika, with picnic spots, walks to waterfalls and a DOC campsite on its shore. The Dorothy Falls walk is short and level, and swimming is cold; check road conditions after heavy rain.

- **Nearest town:** Hokitika, New Zealand
- **Category:** Nature & parks
- **GPS:** -42.8200, 171.1000

## Good to know

**Best time to go:** The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

## Nearby

- [Hokitika Beach and Driftwood Sign](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-hokitika-driftwood/) – 16 km
- [Hokitika Glow-worm Dell](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-glow-worm-dell/) – 16 km
- [Hokitika Gorge](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-hokitika-gorge/) – 17 km
- [Ross Goldfields Heritage Centre](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-ross-goldfields/) – 25 km

## FAQs

### Where is Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve?

Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve is in Hokitika, New Zealand, at GPS -42.8200, 171.1000.

### What is there to see near Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve?

Places worth a stop nearby: Hokitika Beach and Driftwood Sign (16 km), Hokitika Glow-worm Dell (16 km), Hokitika Gorge (17 km) and Ross Goldfields Heritage Centre (25 km).

### When is the best time to visit Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve?

The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)