Lake Manuwai is a lake in the Northland RegionofNew Zealand. Located near Kerikeri in the Bay of Islands, it is part of the upper Waipapa stream.[1] It is a reservoir created in the 1980's by the Ministry of Works along with Lake Waingaro to supply irrigation to Kerikeri's horticulture industry.[2] In 1990, it was purchased by a cooperative of local horticulturalists and farmers under the name Kerikeri Irrigation Co Ltd.[3]
An easement exists with the Far North District Council which allows public access for passive activities such as sailing, picnicking, swimming, kayaking, and fishing.[2]
The lake is stocked annually by Fish and Game with 400-500 rainbow trout fingerlings.[1]
Motorised craft are restricted on Lake Manuwai, though exceptions are made for safety, scientific, and maintenance use.[2]
