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Redwoods Treewalk

Getting around: About 10 minutes' drive (or a walkable distance for the fit) south of central Rotorua, within the Whakarewarewa Forest.
Hours: Open daily; daytime hours typically around 9am-5pm, with a separate night-lit walk running into the evening (times vary by season).

The Redwoods Treewalk is a series of suspension bridges strung between towering Californian redwood trees within Whakarewarewa Forest, letting visitors walk at canopy height through the forest. A separate, popular night version lights the walkway with lantern-style lights after dark, giving a very different atmosphere from the daytime walk.

The redwoods themselves, planted in the early 20th century, have grown into an unusually tall and striking forest for New Zealand, and the walk is a relatively short, easy way to experience it from an unusual vantage point.

Redwoods Treewalk FAQs

Is the night walk different from the day walk?

Yes, the night walk is lit with lanterns along the bridges, creating a distinctly different, more atmospheric experience from the daytime version — many consider it the highlight.

How long does the walk take?

About 30-45 minutes for the main treewalk circuit.

Do I need to book ahead?

Booking ahead, especially for the night walk, is recommended given its popularity.

Is it suitable for kids?

Yes, it's generally family-friendly, though supervise young kids on the suspension bridges.

Are these native New Zealand trees?

No, they're Californian redwoods planted in the early 1900s as part of a forestry experiment, which have since grown into an unusually tall forest for the region.

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