Ophir
New Zealand · OtagoNZ
Settlement in Central Otago, New Zealand
Ophir, originally known as Blacks, is a small settlement in Central Otago, New Zealand, located 23 km (14 mi) northeast of Alexandra, close to the east bank of the Manuherikia River. The settlement of Omakau is located on the opposite bank, 1.5 kilometres (0.93 mi) to the northwest.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 60
- Coordinates
- -45.117, 169.600
- Timezone
- Pacific/Auckland
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Ophir
Ophir is the kind of village you find in Otago, New Zealand. Its resident count stands at approximately 60. Which tells you how much ground there is to cover. Ophir is strongest on nature. Season planning starts with its southern-hemisphere location.
Things to do in Ophir
Nature in Ophir
(1)The nature shortlist for Ophir: Parks. Everything listed here comes from what Ophir is actually tagged with. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Best time to visit Ophir
The shoulder months of October to November and March to April suit hiking and outdoor days.
Getting there & around
Small places like Ophir are best explored by car or on two wheels after reaching Otago. Time zone: Pacific/Auckland.
Similar destinations
Places near Ophir that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ophir known for?
- Ophir, in Otago, New Zealand, is best known for nature. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 60 residents.
- What can you do in Ophir?
- Recorded activities in Ophir include Parks. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Ophir?
- The shoulder months of October to November and March to April suit hiking and outdoor days.
- Where is Ophir located?
- Ophir is located in Otago, New Zealand. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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