Things to do
Activities during your stay.
· Experience the clear dark night skies
· Guided 4 Four Wheel Drive tours, visiting the famous Blue Lake at historic St Bathans
· Leisurely stroll along the nearby river track
· Meet the locals at the nearby hotel or café
· Fine Dining at our local Pitches restaurant with pick up
· Trout fishing in local rivers and Dams
· Explore the LOR sites at the picturesque Poolburn Dam
· 20 minutes drive to Alexandra, Clyde and wineries
· 60 minutes drive to Wanaka
· 90 minutes drive to Queenstown
· Or just sit back, relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings at Schist Rock Lodge
Omakau Night Skies
Experience the dark skies of Central Otago, pollution free
Blue Lake St Bathans
Lose track of time in this quaint historic town that's barely changed since the gold rush days.
Swimming
Swim in the neighboring Manuherikia River or local pool
What our previous guests have said
Schist Rock Lodge is just off the rail trail. Mandy was a great host, meeting us on arrival. The units are only a couple of years old and well set up ... loved
Garry
Absolutely fabulous accommodation. Warm and luxurious after a day of cycling, we loved everything. Mandy is a friendly, helpful host and had left a delicious
Juliet
This is an absolutely fabulous place to stay should you be riding the Otago rail trail. The room was spectacular and well thought out. Every little detail has
Patrick & Wayne, Sydney