Clifden, Southland Map

About Clifden, Southland

Clifden is a locality in the Southland Region of New Zealand. It sits at an elevation of around 57 m above sea level. It lies approximately 64 km north-west of Invercargill, the regional capital. Clifden is located at 46.0333°S, 167.7167°E. It observes New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT).

Clifden lies cradled by a landscape that speaks of gentle permanence. It lies 63.5 km north-west of Invercargill (from Invercargill: bearing 310°T), and is situated 11.4 km north-north-east of Tuatapere. The land rolls with a soft, verdant swell, a patchwork of emerald pastures stitched with the darker, richer hues of Te Karara Bush. The air here, though some kilometres from the open sea, carries a faint, clean tang that hints at the distant Edwardson Sound, a subtle reminder of the vastness that lies beyond the immediate embrace of the hills. The Waiau River, a silver thread, whispers its way through the countryside, its steady current a constant presence in the quietude. Sunlight, when it breaks through the often-brooding Southland skies, spills across the fields in broad, golden washes, illuminating the fine mist that can cling to the low-lying areas in the early morning.

The history of Clifden is interwoven with the careful cultivation of this fertile land and the enduring spirit of its inhabitants. For generations, the economy has been anchored by the sturdy traditions of dairy farming and sheep husbandry, the rhythmic cycle of the seasons dictating the pulse of life. While forestry also plays its part, the true character of Clifden is found in the quiet industry that sustains it, a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of those who have called this place home. Travellers passing through might notice the organised hum of everyday life, a community that, while not bustling, possesses a deep-rooted sense of belonging, its distinctive charm lying in its unpretentious beauty and the quiet strength of its people.

About This Clifden Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Clifden, Southland, New Zealand — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: -46.03333, 167.71667. 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 Clifden.

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