About This Waterfall
Lake Unknown supplies water to a massive waterfall that drops out of the lake and makes several leaps to the floor of the Dart River valley. While New Zealand topo maps show a 150 meter leap, this clearly only refers to the uppermost tier and the falls below are virtually continuous to the valley floor.We've named the falls after the lake from which they issue.
Waterfall Details
Waterfall Form
Tiered Horsetails
Total Height
2,230ft
Tallest Drop
492ft
Avg Width
50ft
Max Width
100ft
High Flow
150cfs
Getting There
Address
977P+RH Mount Earnslaw, Otago, New Zealand
GPS Coordinates
-44.635408, 168.286396
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Tips
Best photos during golden hour or after rain.
A hike may be required to reach the falls.
Safety Info
Stay on marked trails. Rocks near waterfalls are extremely slippery.
Never swim at the top of a waterfall. Strong currents can be deceptive.
Respect the environment. Pack out everything you bring in.