| Page Views: 609 Last Visit to Glenorchy: December, 2003 | Glenorchy by TomorrowsAngel - last update: Jan 2, 2004 |
Glenorchy offers a tranquil setting for those who simply want to relax and enjoy the mountain air. A perfect retreat where you can go fishing, riding or walking around the local wetland areas, taking in the mountain scenery.
The serene township, population 200, is located at the northern end of Lake Wakatipu (about 40 minutes drive from Queenstown) and is the gateway to rugged Mt Aspiring National Park and the start of the famous Routeburn track. |
The town has a petrol station, accommodation, grocery shop, a couple of pubs and cafés, a small museum and a golf course. The Glenorchy area was used for filming Lord of the Rings scenes involving Isengard (Glenorchy and Paradise), Lothlorien (Paradise), Ithilien Camp (Twelve Mile Delta) and Amon Hen (Closeburn). |
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| In A Nutshell: | "Glenorchy is an ideal base for unwinding or for venturing out on the Great Walks" |
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JetlagCity Mon Nov 22, 2004 17:57 UTC
Great tips on exploring this beautiful natural area! Caramel-apricot fudge, YUM! | kiwi Sat Jul 17, 2004 13:04 UTC
Great page on a favourite spot. Your tips are really well written and helpful, thanks! |
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