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Whispering Falls / Chromite Mine (Mt Richmond State Forest Park)

Location

Travel south on State Highway 6 through the large roundabout and after about three kilometres turn left into Aniseed Valley Road. Carry on to the foot of the hills then turn left for a short steep climb; keeping an eye out for approaching traffic. This sealed road takes you as far as the Hackett picnic area, where it then carries on unsealed for a further five kilometres to the Nelson City Council's waterworks reserve.

Refer below website for a map.

Approximate distances from the roundabout:

To Busch and Twin Bridges Reserves 8km
To White Gate Reserve 10km
To Hackett Picnic Area 15km

Description

From the Hackett Picnic Area, follow the track to Whispering Falls. Return to the main track and continue up to the Chromite Mines. A comprehensive information board will fill you in on the history of the area. Return the same way. 8km with a100m climb.

This reserve has numerous picnicking spots, a toilet and dressing shed. There is a large pool under the footbridge, marking the entrance to the Mt Richmond Forest Park. The pool is deep, but also suitable for small children where you enter the water.

Note: This walk and others in the area are described in the pamphlet 'The Hackett' available from the Richmond Information Centre.

Refer below website for more details on the walks available in this area.

Distance

8.0 km

Duration

3.0 hours

Level

Easy

Amenities

• Birds
• Carpark
• Historical
• Lookouts
• Picnics
• Plant Life
• Swimming
• Toilets

Source

www.tdc.govt.nz

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