Clay Cliffs, Geological formation in Waitaki District, New Zealand
The Clay Cliffs rise 650 meters above ground level, featuring tall pinnacles and narrow ravines formed from layers of gravel and silt deposits.
The cliffs emerged between one and two million years ago through the continuous action of glacial rivers that deposited sediments across the region.
The geological formations stand as natural markers within the traditional lands of New Zealand Maori communities, who maintain connections to this landscape.
Visitors need to pay an entrance fee of 5 dollars per car at the honesty box located near the parking area on Henburn Road.
The exposed layers within the cliffs reveal distinct bands of compressed sediments, creating patterns that change color with varying sunlight conditions.
Location: Waitaki District
Elevation above the sea: 650 m
GPS coordinates: -44.48889,169.86667
Latest update: March 3, 2025 12:43
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