Kakapuaka, Otago Map

About Kakapuaka, Otago

Kakapuaka is a locality in the Otago Region of New Zealand. It sits at an elevation of around 41 m above sea level. It lies approximately 75 km south-west of Dunedin, the regional capital. Kakapuaka is located at 46.2667°S, 169.7167°E. It observes New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT).

Kakapuaka rests in a shallow basin, its broad expanse of rolling farmland a study in muted greens and ochres under the vast Otago sky. It lies 74.8 km south-west of Dunedin (from Dunedin: bearing 234°T), and is situated 4.5 km south-west of Balclutha. The land here is shaped by ancient forces, a gentle topography that slopes towards the Waitepeka River, a ribbon of silver that meanders through the valley floor, its banks fringed with hardy native grasses and occasional stands of willow. To the north, the land rises into softer, rounded hills, their surfaces patched with sheep and beef farms, their contours softened by the passage of seasons. The air, crisp and often carrying the faint scent of turned earth, speaks of an inland existence, a world away from the distant coast.

The history of Kakapuaka is deeply entwined with the agricultural bounty of this region, its economy built upon the sturdy foundations of sheep and beef farming that have shaped its landscape for generations. Generations of families have worked this soil, their lives a quiet testament to the enduring rhythm of the seasons and the land's generous yield. While the echoes of pioneering spirit still linger, the modern economy of Kakapuaka has broadened, with a growing appreciation for the nearby natural wonders, such as the tranquil waters of Kaitangata Lake and the dramatic cascade of Roscoe Falls, drawing visitors who seek the quietude and unspoiled beauty of the inland Otago countryside.

About This Kakapuaka Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Kakapuaka, Otago, New Zealand — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: -46.26667, 169.71667. 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 Kakapuaka.

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