Five Rivers
As the sun sets and the light dances over the peaks of Taka Ra Haka, five streams trickle down from the mountainside. The Oswald, Acton, Dilston, Cromel and Irthing flow south-east to join the mighty Ōreti River. These are the bodies of water Five Rivers is named for.
The farm that takes its name from the area, Five Rivers Station, was the first inland station to be established in Southland and throughout its history it has been associated with a number of people of great significance to the region. However, the area’s importance reaches far beyond the arrival of European settlers.
What eventually became known as Five Rivers was an area on a well-travelled route to inland pounamu – greenstone – collection areas for Māori, as well as visits to the nearby lakes at Te Anau, Manapouri, and Wakatipu.
Five Rivers is a junction for tourists – the gateway to Fiordland, Queenstown and Invercargill depending on which road you choose to follow.
Visit the Five Rivers café. It’s the perfect stop for lunch, delicious coffee or a homemade muffin or scone.
Sweetacres Farmstay Experience
Welcome to Sweetacres, a peaceful farmstay just 3km from Lumsden in Northern Southland, where genuine rural hospitality, stunning mountain views and wide-open spaces create the perfect place to relax and unwind. The cottage features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and sleeps up to five guests, making it ideal for couples, families or small groups. Located right […]
Five Rivers Café
Nestled in the heart of Northern Southland, our welcoming rural cafe is the perfect place to relax and enjoy our delicious food made fresh on site daily. We proudly serve Higher Ground coffee and offer a large range of Gluten free and allergy friendly dishes. On chilly days warm up beside our cosy fire, or […]
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