Manawatu Gorge Loop Track

This short, well-formed track is clearly sign-posted and is suitable for push-chairs. It provides an opportunity for people of all fitness levels to enjoy native bush and birdlife only a short distance from Palmerston North.

Starting from the carpark, the track initially follows the longer Manawatu Gorge Track before veering left. Along the way are some small signs describing how students from College Street Normal School in Palmerston North view the bush. Continue on the track, returning to the carpark.

Getting there

The Manawatu Gorge Loop Track is located at the Woodville end of the Manawatu Gorge Track approximately 15 km east of Palmerston North.

Turn off State Highway 3 onto Ballance Gorge Road and cross the Ballance Bridge to the carpark at the track entrance.

Know before you go

Before you go into the outdoors, tell someone your plans and leave a date to raise the alarm if you haven't returned. To do this, use the New Zealand Outdoors Intentions procession the AdventureSmart website. It is endorsed by New Zealand's search and rescue agencies and provides three simple options to tell someone you trust the details about your trip.

Check out www.teapiti.com for more information about the Manawatu Gorge visitor experience.

Source: Department of Conservation