Castlepoint Lighthouse Walk
In a region full of wonderful vistas, this short trail along a wild, rugged coastline leads to one of the most recognisable landmarks in New Zealand.
420m climb
-420m descent
785m highest point
Gentle Annie Track is an easy 3 to 4-hour scenic walk that showcases the best of Tararua Forest Park. You’ll explore native forests and cross boardwalks through the woody vegetation at ‘Pig Flat’. Stop to rest at ‘Mountain House Shelter’, where you’ll see some of the most beautiful and mature silver beech forests in the Greater Wellington region.
You’ll have the option to veer off the trail to Rocky Lookout, where you’ll take in panoramic views of Mount Holdsworth and the upper Atiwhakatu Valley. Choose to join up with Totara Creek Track or continue on the Holdsworth - Kaitoke Track.
If you’re keen to change things up on your return journey, head back via the ‘Donnelly Flat Loop Walk’ and enjoy an interesting round trip through lush native forests.
In a region full of wonderful vistas, this short trail along a wild, rugged coastline leads to one of the most recognisable landmarks in New Zealand.
An easy walk for the whole family among mature podocarp and broadleaf native trees in the Tararua Range.
Get up close and personal with ancient rock formations that featured in The Lord of The Rings: The Return of the King.
An easy trail to a viewing platform with extensive views over Tararua Forest Park and the Wairarapa Plains.
Walk alongside the Atiwhakatu River and return the same day, or rest at Atiwhakatu Hut overnight.
A popular all-weather walking and mountain biking track overlooking Wainuiomata and Lower Hutt.
East Harbour Regional ParkA zigzag trail with options for exploring more of the East Harbour Regional Park, including the popular Butterfly Creek picnic area and views over Wellington Harbour.
The original Greytown to Woodside railway line provides a beautiful and family-friendly walking path.
Follow the picturesque Hutt River all the way from Petone to Upper Hutt on this easy, well-maintained trail.
Coast 35 connects Paekākāriki and Ōtaki through an off-road shared trail that runs parallel with the Kāpiti Expressway.