Greytown to Woodside Trail
The original Greytown to Woodside railway line provides a beautiful and family-friendly walking path.
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Erin Collins
The Kahikatea Walk at Carter Scenic Reserve is a short, easy loop track. It meanders along boardwalks through the remnants of a flooded kahikatea forest and a drier forest section.
Known locally as Uhi Mānuka, this swamp and semi-swamp forest sits on two old terraces of the Ruamahanga River. It features grass, wetland, shrubland and forest, a reminder of the former landscape of the Wairarapa plains.
The variety of habitat types has meant the area has become a haven for plants and animals. Many of these species became extinct or reduced to low numbers when the land was cleared for farming in the 1880s-1900s.
You’ll discover rare native plants and fish, including swamp maire, small-leafed hoheria, brown mudfish, and banded kokopu.
The 2.7km out-and-back loop trail is an easy route, ideal for families and kids.
The original Greytown to Woodside railway line provides a beautiful and family-friendly walking path.
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.
Climb up to Mountain House Shelter along one of the most popular half-day trails in Tararua Forest Park.
Hemi Matenga Scenic ReserveHead to Waikanae to walk through one of the largest remaining kohekohe forests in New Zealand.
The multi-day circuit around Mount Holdsworth gives you the opportunity to explore the tops of the Tararua Range. Enjoy 360-degree views of Wairarapa and Wellington.
Get up close and personal with ancient rock formations that featured in The Lord of The Rings: The Return of the King.
Tunnel GullyAn easy loop that takes in native forests, waterfalls, and historic Remutaka railway sites.
Explore the trail through one of New Zealand’s most nationally-significant native habitats, where you can encounter more than 60 species of birds, along with freshwater and marine fish species.
Kaitoke Regional ParkCross an exhilarating swing bridge and take in stunning views of the Hutt River gorge.
Kaitoke Regional ParkEnjoy this family-friendly trail linking Kaitoke Regional Park to Pākuratahi Forks.
Walk alongside the Atiwhakatu River and return the same day, or rest at Atiwhakatu Hut overnight.
Take a relaxing walk among the gums and native trees of the Gums Loop Walk. There are swimming holes to enjoy and you can listen for the kārearea/bush falcons as they call overhead.
Pack a picnic and enjoy a relaxing stroll to a historic lower dam and picturesque wetland.
A gentle stroll through native bush to Chrystalls Lagoon, with breathtaking views of the Tararua Range.