Windward River


The Windward River is a river in Fiordland, New Zealand, flowing into Gold Arm, Charles Sound. The estuary of the Windward River is protected by the Kahukura (Gold Arm) Marine Reserve.

Windward River
Location
CountryNew Zealand
RegionSouthland,
DistrictSouthland
Physical characteristics
SourceDouble Peak
  coordinates45°11′49″S 167°15′54″E
MouthGold Arm
  location
Charles Sound
  coordinates
45°6′S 167°8′E
  elevation
Sea Level
Length16 kilometres (9.9 mi)

See also

References

  • "Place name detail: Windward River". New Zealand Gazetteer. New Zealand Geographic Board. Retrieved 12 July 2009.


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