Clarksville, Otago Map

About Clarksville, Otago

Clarksville is a locality in the Otago Region of New Zealand. It sits at an elevation of around 14 m above sea level. It lies approximately 54 km west-southwest of Dunedin, the regional capital. Clarksville is located at 46.1333°S, 169.9167°E. It observes New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT).

Clarksville rests in a broad, fertile basin, cradled by the gentle, rolling topography characteristic of inland Otago. It lies 53.7 km west-south-west of Dunedin (from Dunedin: bearing 237°T), and is situated 4.3 km west-south-west of Milton. The land here is a patchwork of cultivated fields, their colours shifting with the seasons, interspersed with pockets of hardy native bush. The air, crisp and carrying the scent of damp earth and distant livestock, often hangs with a soft, diffused light, particularly in the early morning and late afternoon. To the west, the land begins to rise, hinting at the more rugged terrain of the Kaihiku Ranges, though they remain a distant, blue-hued promise on the horizon. The West Branch Tokomairiro River, a vital artery of water, meanders through the surrounding farmland, its presence marked by verdant riparian strips.

The economic heart of Clarksville has long beaten to the steady rhythm of agriculture, with dairy farming and sheep and beef stations forming the backbone of its prosperity. This pastoral heritage is deeply ingrained, shaping the landscape and the lives of its inhabitants. Remnants of older ways can still be glimpsed in the weathered woolsheds and stone walls that dot the property boundaries. For those seeking a more active engagement with the countryside, the McNally Walk offers a chance to traverse the local terrain, a popular local track that reveals the quiet beauty of the region. While the immediate vicinity is far from the coast, the wider Otago landscape, with its nearby Lake Tuakitoto and the expansive Berwick Forest, offers a diverse natural tapestry that draws travellers and residents alike.

About This Clarksville Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Clarksville, Otago, New Zealand — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: -46.13333, 169.91667. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time New Zealand and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorial description provides background on Clarksville.

Clarksville sits within the Otago Region. Location data is drawn from the GeoNames geographical database and verified by coordinates, ensuring the correct Clarksville is identified even where the name is shared across multiple New Zealand localities.