Find the latest Otago river water flow and levels on our Environmental Data Portal.
Environmental Data PortalFind the latest Otago river water flow and levels on our Environmental Data Portal.
A bar is an entrance of a river or estuary into the ocean. Bars can be very dangerous no matter how experienced the skipper is.
It’s important to have the right local knowledge and skills before you cross a bar as they can change.
Always have a plan in place – you can read Maritime New Zealand’s guidance here before going out.
Deputy Otago Harbourmaster Pete Dryden provides an essential overview about preparing to cross a bar in our YouTube video.
Visit taierimouth.org.nz to view the live Taieri Mouth Bar camera.