Natural Flow Days

On natural flow days, the power companies that control the hydro generation on these rivers stop diverting water to their power stations.  This extra flow of water down a river makes for a seriously exciting ride and gives you a taste of how awesome these rivers used to be.

The power companies set the dates for natural flow releases in consultation with Whitewater NZ.

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Release Dates

Tongariro release (below Poutu Intake) Grade 3

 4th Febuary Saturday

15th September Saturday

Tongariro release (below Rangipo Dam) Grade 4

8th January Sunday

5th Febuary Sunday

16th September Sunday

Whakapapa release

1st September Saturday

22nd September Saturday

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