Mangorewa Track, Mangorewa Ecological Area

January/February 2025

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January/February 2025

The pretty river walk meanders through lowland forest. Photo: Stuart Hill
A loop of two halves – one half lowland forest, the other mossy riverbed. This beautiful day walk can be tackled in either direction but is best done counter-clockwise. It should be attempted only in dry weather and not immediately after any significant rain.  From the car park, walk up the road north towards the […]

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