Enjoy dramatic coastal views from the Nugget Point | Tokata Lighthouse and spot seals, penguins and other seabirds on this short walk.
One of Ngā Haerenga Great Rides of New Zealand where you can soak up the history of early Otago and follow the country's largest, fastest river, the mighty Clutha!
Walk through bush and along the beach to explore the impressive Cathedral Caves.
The Blair Athol Walkway, located in Balclutha is a relaxing nature walk along the banks of the Clutha River.
Walk to the well known and often photographed Purakaunui Falls.
Marked route to Whisky Gully carpark. This Blue Mountain Walk is a difficult 6-8 hour nature hike which takes you along the ridge tops.
An attractive, forest-lined river walk of three sections that has several natural features and access to good fishing.
Black Gully is a walk beginning at the northern end of the Blue Mountains.
Walk to a spectacular blowhole with exploding waves and roaring sound effects.
Take a short, scenic walk through the historic reserve to explore the world’s southernmost railway tunnel.
This short walk runs parallel to Surat Bay Beach and goes through sand dunes. It's the only access to Surat Beach during high tide.
Walk to the spectacular McLean Falls though a variety of forest and shrub types.
Explore Gabriels Gully and the stories of goldfield occupants with a series of interpretation panels as your guide, and picnic at Greys Dam.
Walk to the Matai Falls through regenerating podocarp and broadleaf forest.
This family-friendly track starts near Taieri Mouth.
Walk or mountain bike the Government Track which traverses the slopes of the beech-and mānuka-forested Waipori Valley.
Follow the track to an old water race and visit the historic Otago Dam.
An easy walk through lowland tōtara forest.
This is a 1.7 km walkway along the top of the flood bank to the end of the track at the river mouth with views of the coastline and out to the Pacific Ocean.
Take a short walk to an unknown waterfall in the Catlins.
This is an easy bush walk in the Kaka Point Scenic Reserve that gives the impression that it is very remote, yet almost within the township of Kaka Point.
Explore the beech forest and water races right next to the site of New Zealand’s first goldrush and discover historic dams that powered the shifting of entire hills.
These short walks travel through a forest that is full of birdlife. It also travels along a sand spit that is home to wading birds.
An interesting walk in the Taieri Gorge that travels alongside the Taieri River and passes through several different types of vegetation.
Three walks on and around the very scenic Tautuku Bay.
See hundreds of wading birds on this family-friendly short walk into the Titri wetands.
Explore the coastal area around Papatowai Scenic Reserve - where forest meets sea.
The McNally Track is an open country hike which starts on the outskirts of Milton. The track climbs to a panoramic hilltop, 318 metres above sea level.
The Woolshed Valley Track is a restored track in the Mt Stuart Recreational Reserve.
Enjoy the peaceful walk alongside the Tuapeka River and enjoy the various historical gold mining sites that were once used in the goldrush.
The Lenz Reserve offers a variety of short, easy trails
This easy walk begins beside the beach and takes you through the bush alongside Bull Creek stream.
It is a tranquil place, which is internationally recognised as a nature haven. There are a couple of walking tracks from the car park.
The track follows the original route that horse-drawn coaches took after coming off the beach in Tahakopa Bay.
Next to the iconic Nugget Point, you may spot one of The World’s rarest penguins from a public-viewing hide.
Lake Wilkie is a peat lake that is famous for its mirror reflections on a clear still day.
The short boardwalk winds through wetlands with wonderful views across to Maori Tapu (sacred spiritual) land.
Begins at McLean Falls car park, this easy-going track takes you to a four bunk hut.
A short drive from Tapanui, there is an easy 15 minute loop track through beautiful native bush and birdsong.
Extend the short Whisky Gully loop track, and head to the waterfall which is a 2 hour return hike through bush.
An easy walking and cycling track which takes you around the waters edge of Lake Tuakitoto, Kaitangata.
Steep Street Domain is located behind Ross Street in Lawrence. There are four unique walking trails to explore, or try out the Fitness Track with 12 obstacles.
