Thomas Bush Track
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Starting from Opouahi Walkway, this track crosses farmland then enters Thomas Bush.
Elevation
Cover mapped summer 2023/24.
Description
The track turns off from a junction half way round the Opouahi Walkway, at the far end of the lake. It heads uphill, crossing farmland before entering Thomas Bush and continues climbing up the top. It then loops around and drops down, rejoining the track before you leave Thomas Bush.
Continue back down through the farmland to the junction where you started. From there, return via the Opouahi Walkway.
It is one way however you return to the starting point. The time given includes the Opouahi Walkway sections.
Note: This track is not actively managed, marking and track visibility may not enable easy navigation.
Getting there
Start the walk from Opouahi Walkway.
Opouahi Scenic Reserve is located on Pohokura Road between Tūtira and Boundary Stream.
Weather
Forecast at the start of the track