Kowhai Park Scenic Reserve

This unique site is home to the original lime kilns from the 1870s, a relic of the first commercial use of this countries’ mineral resources. Adjacent to the car park is a Rimu tree planted by Lord Bledisloe. In 1934 during the official opening of the park. The recently upgraded bush loop trail takes visitors through beautiful native bush. The bloom of Kowhai trees is a highlight in the spring.