Butterfly Creek

This is a must do walk as it's not too long and only mildly challenging. Great views across the harbour before you drop over the back of the coastal hills into the hidden valleys behind.

Can't beat this walk for a family picnic!

MacKenzie Street Track Lookout

Four Tracks lead from Eastbourne up through regenerating bush and mature beech forest before descending into the Butterfly Creek valley and onto the popular picnic spot.

On the way you will pass some of the largest kahikatea in the area.

Have a look at a video of Butterfly Creek.

There are several access points to this track. Kowhai Street and the Korohiwa bus barns are about 2 hours return.
Muritai Park is about 3 hours return.
MacKenzie Road is about 3.5 hours return.

For maps and further information, talk to the team at an i-SITE Visitor Centre or you could also get more information from the Greater Wellington Regional Council.

If you like this walk you could try the Hutt City Tracks & Trails. Read the descriptions and view the brochure.

While you're in Eastbourne you could stay for lunch or a coffee at one of the many cafes, restaurants or bars.

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