Forest Track

From the picnic area follow Wooded Gully Track for about 45 minutes until you reach the Forest Track turn-off.

Turn right onto Forest Track and follow this though beech forest to join up with Summit Track. Return to the picnic area via the lower section of Summit Track.

Suitable for families of moderate fitness – there is a steep 300 m section after the bridge on Forest Track.

These tracks started from the Wooded Gully camping and picnic area.

From Oxford, follow Ashley Gorge Road for 13 km to Glentui. Continue on Birch Hill Road for 6 km then turn into Hayland Road and follow this for 4 km to the end.

Birch Hill Road can also be accessed from Rangiora via Loburn.

You will need to ford a small stream close to the beginning of the track when walking in a clockwise direction, as the bridge has been removed.

Wasp populations reach high numbers from January to March – wear light-coloured clothing and carry antihistamine cream/tablets as a precaution.

Possum trapping is taking place here

Possum trapping using leg-hold traps is taking place in this area. Ensure your dog is on a leash and under control on this track to keep them safe.

Possum trapping is allowed by permit only. Leg-hold possum traps must be a minimum of 50 m from the track.