Discover Belmont Regional Park
This summer there are some great opportunities to explore the wealth of hills, valleys and streams in Belmont Regional Park – right on the back doorstep of Porirua and the Hutt Valley.
Greater Wellington has coordinated guided walks in the park as part of its Regional Outdoors Programme. The walks will be led by experienced guides who will share their knowledge of the park and its environment.
“I highly recommend a trip to discover or rediscover this incredibly diverse park,” says Greater Wellington’s Parks, Forests and Utilities Committee Chairman Cr Rex Kirton. “No matter what your fitness level, there’s something for everyone. You can take an easy walk to see the little streams and ponds of the ‘real’ Cannons Creek with the Friends of Maara Roa or do a hill walk in the ‘Explore Belmont’ series and enjoy great views.”
For information on these walks and other Regional Outdoors Programme events, including more walks in Belmont Regional Park, check out www.gw.govt.nz/events. You can also email bookings@gw.govt.nz or phone 04 801 1041.
The guided walks are free.
The Real Cannons Creek 1
Take a walk with the Friends of Maara Roa, and discover the streams that nurture the bush and ponds in the Cannons Creek Valley.
When: Sunday 11 January, 10am-12noon
Where: Exit SH1 at Mungavin Interchange, Porirua city, and follow Champion Street to the Cannons Creek entrance next to the shops.
Booking essential, phone Sylvia Jenkin 04 237 4760
The Real Cannons Creek 2
Take a walk with the Friends of Maara Roa, and discover the streams that nurture the bush and ponds in the Cannons Creek Valley.
When: Saturday 21 March, 10am-12noon
Where: Exit SH1 at Mungavin Interchange, Porirua city, and follow Champion Street to the Cannons Creek entrance next to the shops.
Booking essential, phone Sylvia Jenkin 04 237 4760
Explore Belmont Series – Hill Road
Great views of Pauatahanui, Cook Strait and South Island.
When: Saturday 17 January, 9.30am-11.30am
Where: Turn off SH2 onto Grounsell Crescent which links onto Hill Road. The park’s entrance is at the end of road.
No need to book – just turn up
Explore Belmont Series – Loop Track
Explore the bush-clad Dry Creek Valley and enjoy great views of the Hutt Valley.
When: Saturday 24 January, 9.30am-11.30am
Where: Dry Creek’s entrance is near the intersection of SH2 and SH58 (Haywards Hill Road) or a 10 minute walk from Manor Park Railway Station.
No need to book – just turn up
Important information for each of the events:
What to bring: A backpack with waterproof clothes, tramping boots or strong lace-up shoes, a picnic lunch and/or snacks, water, sunblock and a sunhat.
Information: www.gw.govt.nz/events.