Rangiwahia scenic reserve

  • This 130 acre (53 hectares) native virgin bush reserve is situated just south of Rangiwahia Village in northern Manawatu. 
  • It is one of ten top walks within the Manawatu region. 
  • The early settlers left this area of bush untouched, as it was considered an ideal water catchment for the growing village​
​As a result Rangiwahia now has this beautiful treasure, with many magnificent labeled native specimens, including
  • rimu 
  • miro
  • matai
  • maire
  • kahikatea
  • rewarewa 
  • several species of rata
  • tree fern species
There are now 70 trees, including tree ferns and broadleaf varieties labeled along the track.
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​The Rangiwahia Community was awarded a grant by the Fonterra Grass Roots Fund to label native trees within this bush reserve, adding interest to the track .
Graham Pritchard, a retired botanist agreed to help  with this project and his knowledge and meticulous attention to detail, enabled an accurate record of the trees.
68 labels were made by Acorn Botanica Labels in Upper Hutt, and were finally put in place October 2014.
They look fantastic and will provide added interest for all, young & old, who walk the track. We are so grateful to The Fonterra Grass Roots Fund for providing the funding for this project.
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A passionate group of locals have worked hard to restore the access to this gorgeous stand of native bush, as well as marking out the walk.
Travel down Mangoira Street until you arrive at the carpark. Walk to the style and follow the pink triangle markers.
It is about 90 minutes medium walk and well worth taking the time to experience what the Rangiwahia district used to be like before settlement.
​Bird life is plentiful, though not always easy to see.
GOOGLE MAP VIEW
The map shows the proximity of the Reserve to Rangiwahia Village. It is approximately 5 minutes from the Rangiwahia Hall to the carpark, otherwise you can drive up the short access road to the carpark. 
ACCESS ROAD
The access road, Mangoira Road, is off Rangiwahia Road, Northern Manawatu. It is a short drive to the car park from where a fence, stile & mailbox will be seen. The mailbox contains a visitors book, so please make comments.
THE RESERVE
Mangoira Road is no longer used as a public vehicle access. This is a photo of the Reserve as you walk around the perimeter before reaching the signed entry
Please Note.
  • On Google Maps, do not follow the route down Mangoira Road. It will try to take you across farmland. Only a short section of the road is used. Take Rangiwahia Road to just south of Rangiwahia Village. There are now clear signs directing visitors to the correct entrance.
  • ​The track within this Reserve is not an official Dept of Conservation (DOC) track and is used for the purpose of pest-control, but may be walked.
KEEP RANGIWAHIA SCENIC RESERVE BEAUTIFUL
 !      ​Strictly no camping, tenting or freedom camping without prior arrangement with owner
 !   Strictly no fires
 !   Take away all rubbish. Leave only your footprints.​
​ !    No toilet or rubbish facilities available
​Motorhome, camping & toilet facilities available in Rangiwahia ​
​Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies
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For more information visit Adventure Smart
CONTACT
Steve or Mary Bielski
C 0274 842 822