Mt Thomas Forest

Canterbury region

Beech tree with lichen, Mt Thomas Forest.

Beech tree with lichen, Mt Thomas Forest

Map showing location of Canterbury region.

Made up of 10,800 hectares of native tawhai/beech and scattered podocarp forests, Mt Thomas Forest is at the foot of the Southern Alps/Kā Tiritiri o Te Moana, an hour by car from Christchurch.

Wooded Gully Picnic Area is the starting point for walks ranging from one-hour family walks to a full-day traverse of the area.

Location

Mt Thomas Forest covers 10,800 hectares between the Ashley and Okuku Rivers.

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Safety

Follow the Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies

Contacts

Kaiapoi Visitor Information Centre
(managed by the Waimakairi District Council)
Phone: +64 3 327 3134
Fax: +64 3 327 3135

Waimakariri Area Office
Phone: + 64 3 313 0820
Email: waimakariri@doc.govt.nz
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