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NZ Walking Routes > Wellington > Kapiti Coast > Bush Reserve Short Loop – Battle Hill Farm Forest Park
Bush Reserve Short Loop – Battle Hill Farm Forest Park
- Location
- Turn off SH 58 at Pauatahanui onto the Paekakariki Hill Road and drive 6km to Battle Hill Farm Forest Park. Alternatively, turn off SH1 at Plimmerton onto Grays Rd, then turn left at the end onto Paekakariki Hill Rd. The Kapiti end of Paekakariki Hill Road beyond Battle Hill is not suitable for heavy vehicles.
- Description
Follow the track to the bush reserve near the Corner Paddock toilets and climb gently for 50m before dropping gradually to the stream. Turn left at the fork and head south, returning over the footbridge to the Corner Paddock. Cross the small bridge slightly upstream of the ford.
This is the site of one of the last battles between Maori and early colonial forces in the region, Battle Hill Farm Forest Park blends traditional hill country farming, forestry and environmental restoration. With its farm setting, native bush reserve and panoramic views Battle Hill provides a great opportunity to enjoy the open spaces of rural Wellington.
The park is open daily from 8am to dusk. Much of the park is closed from August to October for lambing, although some key tracks remain open.
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- Duration
- 0.15 hours
- Level
- Easy
- Amenities
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- BBQs
- Camping
- Carpark
- Historical
- Picnics
- Plant Life
- Toilets
- Wheelchair Access
- Source
- www.gw.govt.nz
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