Canaan Downs at sunset
Canaan Downs Scenic Reserve
Located in the Nelson/Tasman region
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Introduction
This hilltop reserve has stands of ancient beech trees, bounded by rolling meadow scattered with eerie rock formations. There are mountain bike tracks and a campsite.Find things to do and places to stay Canaan Downs Scenic Reserve
Experienced cavers can explore Harwoods Hole.
From SH60 on the Takaka Hill Rd turn off at Canaan Rd and follow it 11 km to end.
Wasp numbers can be high in summer. Always carry antihistamine and especially an epipen if you are allergic to wasp stings.
Contacts
| Whakatū/Nelson Visitor Centre | |
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| Phone | +64 3 546 9339 |
| nelsonvc@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | Millers Acre/Taha o te Awa 1/37 Halifax Street Nelson 7010 |
| Hours | See visitor centre hours |