Wainuiomata Recreation Area

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Parks and recreation

Wainuiomata Recreation Area

10 Whitcher Grove, Wainuiomata, Lower Hutt 5373

Private vehicle
Follow the main road through Wainuiomata and turn left at the roundabout into Moores Valley Road. Take the first turn right into Whitcher Grove and follow this to the Recreation Area.

For more information about other entrances check the Getting there tab in left hand menu.

Opening hours

8am until dusk

Wainuiomata Lower Dam now open to the public

Come along and check out the opening of a wonderful new recreation area in Wainuiomata.

Finished in 1884 and part of Wellington’s water supply infrastructure until the 1950s, the historic Lower Dam will be opened for everyone to enjoy. 

Join the Wellington Regional Council and our iwi partners as we celebrate a new milestone for this beautiful area.

Note: The new area that is now open is dog-free due to its close proximity to the Mainland Island and the large number of native wildlife.

 

Nikau Track now open again for dog-walking

Please note that the  Nikau Track is now re opened for dog walking. The 1080 bait and carcases are no longer toxic and no longer pose any risk to the public..

 

Total Fire Ban  Logo

As of Friday 8th March 2013 a Total Fire Ban will be in place across the Wellington Region. However, portable gas BBQ's may be used. For further information please contact your local City Council.

About Wainuiomata Recreation Area

A peaceful and sheltered valley east of Wainuiomata, the Wainuiomata Recreation Area is an inviting spot for family outings and picnics. Swim in the Wainuiomata River or take an easy walk over the swingbridge and along the valley floor

 

Park history

The Wainuiomata Recreation Area lies at the foot of one of the largest and most pristine lowland forests in the lower North Island.

Maori used the hills and valleys to travel between the Wairarapa and Te Whanganui a Tara (Wellington Harbour). Later some of the lower valley (including what is now the Recreation Area) was logged for timber and is now regenerating. Higher up the lush native forests and clear water of the Wainuiomata and Orongorongo Rivers are a source of drinking water. In the 1880s an earth dam and pipeline first harnessed this resource for the people of Wellington.

 

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Get in touch

Ranger:
Grant Timlin
Phone: 04 830 4003 or 021 249 6473
Fax: not available
wainui.ranger@gw.govt.nz