| Walks
& Tramps |
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| Ruahine Forest Park |
Over 92,000 hectares
which encompasses the Ruahine Ranges. Several choice
of tramps available from 1 hour to overnight. Magnificent
views.
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| Kumeti Reserve |
21 kms from Dannevirke
at the end of Kumeti Road. This reserve links to the
Ruahine Forest Park. Public toilets are available.
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| Tamaki Reserve |
At the foot of the Ruahine Ranges,
18km from Dannevirke. Bush walks and picnic areas.
This reserve also links with the Ruahine Forest Park
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| Wahipai |
Five hectares of bush-covered hillside with a mixture
of native and exotic trees. Access is from State Highway
2, north of Dannevirke
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| Ngapaeruru Scenic Reserve |
Ngapaeruru Road is 15km east of Dannevirke. A giant
Totara, said to be one of the largest in New Zealand,
is a feature
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| Waihi Falls |
45kms east of Dannevirke on Oporae Rd
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| Coppermine Valley Creek
Walk |
15 km from Woodville on Coppermine Road. Grassed
picnic area, fireplaces, rubbish bin, toilet. Family
walk on metre wide gravel path. Abandoned coppermine,
cave wetas, camping area at track junction, waterfalls,
trees, plants including native orchids. A steep track
leads up to the tower on top of Whariti. The condition
of paths should be checked before walk is attempted
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| Manawatu Gorge Walk |
Located on the southern side of the Manawatu Gorge,
at the left side of the road, just prior to entering
the Gorge from the Ashhurst end. The main track climbs
through forests. Many varieties of trees, ferns and
shrubs. This walk takes about 4 - 5 hours and an average
fitness is required
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| Ballance Domain |
Travel on State Highway 3, 4 km west of Woodville.
Well marked tracks following the Old Coach Road. Playing
field, picnic tables, fireplaces, toilets and playground
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| Klein Track |
Near Ballance Domain, steep narrow track in places,
follows part of Old Coach Road (1 - 2 hours), can
include a short side track to an old Giant Totara
Tree - (½ hour)
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| Whariti Peak |
12 km west of Woodville, The road is steep, winding
and unsealed. Gateway to many bush walks and tramps
in the Ruahine Ranges, a map of walks is at the Trig
Point. Excellent views
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| Pattisons Bush |
Otawhao Road. Native bush & 69 species of native
trees, Facilities include, public toilets, picnic
area. Arrangements to use this facility should be
made with Mr. W. Poulton Ph 06 376 5599.
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| Durslade |
On Jackson Road, Hopelands, off State Highway 2.
Please contact the farmer before visiting
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| Woodville Ferry Reserve |
At the entrance to the Manawatu Gorge, a flat grassy
area situated under the bridge, which is extensively
used for picnics. An excellent area for children playing
and canoeing.
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| Pongaroa Bush Walk |
The Bush Walk is lOOm along Urupa St.
Yellow track: to Pongaroa Outlook & Cemetery, takes
10-15 minutes and suits all levels of fitness.
Red Track: 5 minutes to picnic table in the bush,
suits all levels of fitness. For views of Benaity,
Akaroa Peak and the Beehive, medium fitness, 20-25
minutes
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| Makuri Gorge |
Sited on the Pahiatua/Makuri Road. This takes around
one hour to complete.
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| Marima Domain |
12 kms south of Pahiatua, picnic & BBQ areas, fishing,
swimming, public toilets
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| Tararua Forest Park |
Several access areas, A Guide is available, contact
06376 7892
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12 kms south of Pahiatua, picnic & BBQ areas, fishing,
swimming, public toilets
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| Pipinui |
Scenic reserve on the Coonoor/Makuri Rd just 6 kms
north of Makuri
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| Cliff Walk |
The entrance is in Bridge Street by the Parkville
Bridge. A leisurely ½ hour walk.
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| Putara Road End |
Tararua Forest Park situated 17kms west of Eketahuna
at the end of Mangatainoka River, Mangatainoka Valley
Road. After the second swing bridge, the track to
the Henapai and Roaring Stag huts requires good fitness
levels.
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| Mt Bruce |
Approximately 300 metres on State Highway 2. Around
1½ hours to complete. The second half takes
around 2½ hours return
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