Paddling near Levin, Manawatū-Whanganui
Levin sits in the Horowhenua district on the lower North Island, flanked by a network of rivers draining the Tararua Range. The area's paddling scene centres on accessible river runs — the Manawatū, Mangahao, Ōtaki, and Tokomaru rivers are all within reach — ranging from gentle flatwater floats to more technical moving water. Further afield, the Whanganui River is the region's marquee multi-day canoe journey.
Top waters to paddle near Levin
Manawatū River
Hawke's Bay, Manawatū-Whanganui
Mangahao River
Manawatū-Whanganui
South Taranaki Bight
Manawatū-Whanganui
Ōtaki River
Wellington
Ruamāhanga River
Wellington
Te Moana-o-Raukawa / Cook Strait
Wellington
Waingawa River
Wellington
Waiohine River
Wellington
Rauoterangi Channel
Wellington
Waikanae River
Wellington
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