Five hectares of bush-covered hillside with a mixture of native and exotic trees. Access is from State Highway 2, north of Dannevirke Ngapaeruru Scenic Reserve Ngapaeruru Road is 15km east of Dannevirke. A giant Totara, said to be one of the largest in New Zealand, is a feature Waihi Falls Spectacular waterfalls, 45kms east of Dannevirke on Oporae Road. Coppermine Valley Creek Walk 15km from Woodville on Coppermine Road. Grassed picnic area, fireplaces, rubbish bin, toilet.
Family walk on metre-wide gravel path.
Abandoned coppermine, cave wetas, camping area at track junction, waterfalls, trees, plants including native orchids. A steep track leads up to the tower at the top of Whariti. The condition of paths should be checked before walk is attempted. Located on the southern side of the Manawatu Gorge, at the left side of the road, just prior to entering the Gorge from the Ashurst end. The main track climbs through forests.