Glenorchy - Bennetts Bluff
About This Middle-earth Filming Location
Spot around Glenorchy and Paradise used for LOTR scenes: Bennetts Bluff
Fan Pilgrimage Tips
- • Best photo opportunities are typically in the early morning or late afternoon for ideal lighting
- • Bring props or costumes to recreate iconic scenes from Middle-earth
- • Check local weather conditions and dress appropriately for outdoor locations
- • Respect any filming restrictions and private property boundaries
- • Consider visiting during off-peak times to avoid crowds and get better photos
Visiting Information & Practical Details
Address
Glenorchy, Otago, New Zealand
Photo Opportunities and Best Views
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Photo Opportunity
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Middle-earth Scenes Filmed at Glenorchy - Bennetts Bluff
The Ford of Bruinen
Arwen's desperate flight with the wounded Frodo culminates at this river crossing, where she makes her stand against the Nine. "You cannot have him!" she declares, before summoning the magical flood that sweeps away the Black Riders. The dangerous terrain of Skippers Canyon, with its narrow roads and steep drops, perfectly mirrors the perilous nature of this chase sequence. The actual flash flood that occurred during filming added an element of real danger that enhanced the scene's authenticity.
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