Lake Ngaroto
| Lake Ngaroto | |
|---|---|
| Location | North Island |
| Coordinates | 37°57′24″S 175°17′17″E / 37.95667°S 175.28806°ECoordinates: 37°57′24″S 175°17′17″E / 37.95667°S 175.28806°E |
| Type | peat |
| Basin countries | New Zealand |
| Max. length | 1.7 km |
| Max. width | 0.8 km |
| Surface area | 108 hectares |
| Average depth | 2 m |
| Max. depth | 4 m |
| Surface elevation | 33 m |
Lake Ngaroto is a peat lake in Waipa District of New Zealand.
Located 19 km south of Hamilton and 8 km north-west of Te Awamutu, it has a surface area of 108 ha, making it the largest of the Waipa peat lakes.[1] The lake is hypertrophic, leading to eutrophication with corresponding poor water quality.
History
The Battle of Hingakaka was fought nearby, and the sacred carving Te Uenuku lost at this time. It was re-discovered in 1906, and now resides in the Te Awamutu Museum.[2]
Recreation
- Power boats are banned from the lake, so Lake Ngaroto is popular for sailing and rowing.[3]
- During the New Zealand Duck Shooting Season (May and June), the lake is used for duck shooting.[4]
References
- ↑ "Lake Ngaroto". Environment Waikato. Retrieved 14 January 2011.
- ↑ "Uenuku - Pride of Te Awamutu Museum"
- ↑ "Welcome". Ngaroto Sailing Club. Retrieved 14 January 2011.
- ↑ "Lake Ngaroto". Te Awamutu information. Retrieved 14 January 2011.
External links
- Lake Ngaroto at Lake Ecosystem Restoration New Zealand