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View of Waikato River from Lower Observatory

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View of Waikato River from Lower Observatory

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    February 26, 2025

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    The path to the lookout is signposted from the car park on Aratiatia Road. At the fork in the path (stone pillar) just keep left and you will reach a rocky outcrop with fantastic views of the dam and the Waikato River.
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