Walk Details
NZ Walking Routes > Nelson > Motueka > Thorp Bush
Thorp Bush
- Location
- Thorp Bush is situated on Woodlands Avenue and in fact this road actually runs through the south western corner of the Reserve.
- Description
Just a short walk from the hustle and bustle of High Street in Motueka, you'll discover a tranquil wonderland, Thorp Bush
Covering over four and a half hectares Thorp Bush includes the largest remnant of lowland podocarp – hardwood forest that once covered the Motueka Plain, making it a very special place in terms of conservation.
Thorp Bush has a number of flat, well maintained walking tracks meandering through the trees and you'll see and hear a variety of bird life if you take the time to explore them. The forest remnant on the Reserve is extremely valuable in conservation terms. It supports kahikatea, titoki, totara, matai, kowhai, tarata, kaikomato, ti tree and what is thought to the last remaining specimen of white maire in the Motueka District. The Motueka Scout Hall is also located on the Reserve and there is plenty of space for the young population to roam around.
It's a spacious reserve with lots of shady, private areas and you can happily enjoy a relaxed break in the peaceful atmosphere of Thorp Bush.
- Level
- Easy
- Amenities
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- Birds
- Carpark
- Historical
- Picnics
- Plant Life
- Playground
- Toilets
- Source
- www.tdc.govt.nz
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