Rimutaka Forest Park

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Remutaka Forest Park is a protected area near Wellington, New Zealand. Popular access points are south of Wainuiomata and in the upper Hutt Valley. The park covers 220 square kilometres, encompassing the Catchpool Valley and the Ōrongorongo Valley at the southern end of the Remutaka Range. Established in 1972, the park contains several short walks and six huts that can be booked and accessed by longer bush tramps. The park is one part of several local conservation areas, as it borders the Pakuratahi Forest and the Tararua Range. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1972 (52 years ago)Area: 76.32 mi²Elevation: 2057 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 41°20'46"S, 174°59'42"E

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Rimutaka Forest Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mount Matthews, East Harbour Regional Park.

1.1 miE
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Mount Matthews
27 min walk • Mount Matthews is the highest peak in the Remutaka Range to the east of Wellington, New Zealand. Mt Matthews reaches a height of 940 metres and although not special on that account, it has significance in regard to its distinctive aspect as seen from the capital; it is the highest peak that can be seen on the sky line east of the city.
5.5 miNW
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East Harbour Regional Park
140 min walk • East Harbour Regional Park is a regional park stretching from Baring Head along the east side of the Wellington Harbour along the east side of Eastbourne. It is located in Lower Hutt City, in the Wellington Region of New Zealand's North Island. The park is operated by Wellington Regional Council.