Wanganui parks and recreation
Explore the Dawson Falls area of Egmont National Park which features one of New Zealand's oldest operational power generators.
This area of Egmont National Park offers stunning views of the mountain and surrounding countryside. The visitor centre has track and walk information and displays on the history of the area.
This small reserve is a precious sample of a lowland forest type which was once common in the area.The reserve features a flat and well formed track and is home to an interesting array of birds.
Enjoy a picnic and take one of the short walks in this family friendly reserve.
An easy walk through a podocarp and broadleaf forest remnant with impressive specimens of rimu, totara and kahikatea.
An easy loop walk for families through bush at the Woodville end of the Manawatu Gorge Track.
Escape from the fast lane and step back to a land of perching lilies, tree fern and majestic kahikatea.
This easy walk is a great introduction to broadleaved forest. The well defined and easy to follow track is suitable for children of all ages. As the name of the walk suggests, mature kahikatea are the stars in this reserve.
Although these walks are maintained to wheel chair standard, they’re great for families with a baby on board as well.
Within Whanganui National Park is this fine example of the podocarp forest which once covered much of the central North Island.
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