intermediate
Patea, North Island, New Zealand
Patea River at Boat ramp, Patea
Patea River at Boat Ramp in Patea, North Island, New Zealand offers freshwater river swimming in a rural setting suited for intermediate swimmers comfortable with river conditions. Water flow and clarity vary with rainfall and season. Access via the boat ramp provides safe entry; always check current conditions.

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Details
- Location
- Patea, North Island, New Zealand
- Type
- river
- Difficulty
- intermediate
- Coordinates
- -39.7696, 174.4890