LAKE PEARSON – MOANA RUA

Ōpōrea is the traditional Māori name for Lake Pearson.  It is also known as Moanarua.  It is a moderate sized highland lake, situated in the upper Waimakariri River catchment. Traditionally this lake was valued among local Māori as a mahinga kai (food bowl).

The lake is considered to have low-moderate nutrient enrichment levels, with relatively clear water. The lake covers an area of 43.2 hectares, with a maximum depth of 17.5 m.