Mt Thomas Forest

See also:

Mountain biking:

There is no mountain biking at Mt Thomas. Nearby mountain biking opportunities include Blowhard Track at Glentui and Ashley Gorge and Wharfedale Track at Oxford.

Hunting:

Mt Thomas hunting block

Activities at Mt Thomas Forest

Tracks and walks

Most walks start from the picnic area and range from one hour family walks to a full day traverse of the area.

One hut and one bivvy within Mt Thomas Forest can be reached by experienced backcountry trampers.



Other activities

Hunting

A permit is required to hunt in this area. Permits are available from any DOC office in Canterbury; the nearest to Mt Thomas is Waimakariri Area Office in Rangiora.

Wooded Gully Picnic Area

Wooded Gully Picnic Area at the end of Haylands Road is a picturesque and popular site for picnics and camping. It has picnic tables, fireplaces and toilets.

Dogs

Dogs are permitted on the tracks (hunting dogs by valid permit only) but must be on a leash at all times. Please clean up after your dog.

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1. Plan your trip
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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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