The mountain valleys and ridgelines of Canterbury's foothill forests offer a unique opportunity to enjoy forest and alpine environments.
Their location, at the foot of the Southern Alps within an hour's drive of Christchurch, makes these areas popular with trampers, picnickers, and hunters.
Recreational opportunities range from interesting short walks to scenic waterfalls, to challenging tramping routes along exposed mountain tops. Mt Grey/Maukatere Forest covers an area of 1,700 hectares on the western side of the peak.
Alert/Important notice
The access gate will be locked in periods of high fire risk.
For the latest information phone Rayonier NZ Ltd: +64 3 310 7612 or 027 480 9279, or Waimakariri Area Office during office hours: +64 3 313 0820.
Location
Mt Grey/Maukatere Forest is west of Amberley township, which is on State Highway 1, about 60 km north of Christchurch.