Remutaka Forest Park

The Remutaka Forest Park stretches across 19,661 hectares of land, encompassing dense bush, open grasslands, and river valleys in the southern Rimutaka Range.

The park, established in 1972, contains remnants of old railways and roads that served as transportation routes for Māori people and European settlers.

The northern section of the park maintains a protected area for Mantell kiwis, where dogs are prohibited to ensure the preservation of these native birds.

Visitors can access multiple entry points along the Rimutaka Range, with facilities including five backcountry huts and designated camping areas throughout the park.

The Department of Conservation manages this IUCN Category V protected area, which connects with the Remutaka Cycle Trail network across the Wellington region.

Location: Wellington Region

Location: Lower Hutt City

Location: South Wairarapa District

Inception: 1972

GPS coordinates: -41.36000,175.00000

Latest update: March 6, 2025 03:07