Distance: 6km
Approximate time: 2hrs
Location:
Western end of the Manawatu Gorge
Driving time from Palmy: 14mins, 16km
Terrain:
Moderately steep up to the big slip look out then moderately steep back down, some flatter sections.
Track
Surface: Very good
Hazards:
- Track down to the big slip is reasonably
steep and some steps
Suitable for: Supervised and energetic older children, babies in carriers,
occasional steps and tree roots would make prams difficult.
Dogs: Not currently allowed due
to poison bait drop
Comments:
Long drop available at the start
Nice
picnic area at the top with a number of picnic tables
Well sheltered from the elements
Ashhurst nearby
for a post walk cafe stop
