Kahikatea Walk
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- Grade
- Easiest
- Walking time
- 30 min
- Distance
- 1 km
- Dogs
- On a lead
Getting there
We have not checked a road end or car park for this place yet, so we do not give driving directions to it. Check how to get there before you go. Some routes cross private land and need the landowner's permission.
How to get there, on doc.govt.nzFrom Carterton follow Park Road to the end, turn left into Carters Line and right into Gladstone Road to Carter Scenic Reserve. The reserve is signposted approximately 3 km along Gladstone Road. The car park is about 500 metres along a driveway.
Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.
Map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Topo map: LINZ, CC BY 4.0. 41.06415° S, 175.60160° E
About this place
Walk through recovering wetland and remnant of flooded forest on this short, easy loop walk - a good option for kids.
The route
A short track takes you to the wetland area. Follow the track to the left to head through a lowland remnant forest comprised of kahikatea, tītoki, mataī and tōtara. After approximately 10 minutes you can continue straight on to the Ruamahanga River or follow the track to the right onto the wetland boardwalk. At the entrance to the boardwalk there is a set of bollards to deter wheeled vehicles but most strollers should fit through. Be aware you will need to lift the stroller up a set of steps at the other end of the boardwalk. From there it’s a short stroll back to the carpark.
Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.
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Sources
- DOC Tracks (API) · CC BY 4.0Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai. Data sourced from the DOC Developer Portal (api.doc.govt.nz).