Redwoods (Whakarewarewa Forest)
4.7
Rotorua1.5-4 hours
Forest parkwalking and biking trails
About
The Redwoods is Rotorua’s outdoor playground, with towering Californian redwoods, well-maintained trails, and excellent mountain biking. It is the ideal counterbalance to geothermal sightseeing, offering cool shade, clean air, and a huge variety of loops for all fitness levels.
Highlights
What makes this place special
01
Forest walking loops
Easy paths through tall redwoods and native bush.
02
Mountain biking network
One of New Zealand’s best trail systems.
03
Redwoods Treewalk
Elevated suspension bridges and night lights (ticketed).
Things to Know
Tips for your visit
- •Trail etiquette matters; some tracks are shared with bikes
- •Bring a light rain layer; weather changes quickly in forested areas
- •Evening Treewalk sessions can sell out in peak season
