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Nathanael Coyne
Pelorus Bridge Circle Walk (Including Suspension Bridge)
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Walking
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Wheelchair / Pram Accessible
The main paths in the reserve explore the forest and riverbanks. They are wide and gentle, built to a standard suitable for wheelchairs. Beyond these paths, and across the Rai swing bridge, there are several other tracks.
This track is part of Te Araroa Trail and connects to Daltons Track, which is also part of the trail.
The Circle Loop Track begins as the easy Circle Walk alongside Te Hoiere/Pelorus River. The wheelchair-standard path overlooks the river and goes as far as a suspension bridge. The bridge crosses the Rai River just before it feeds into the Te Hoiere/Pelorus River.
Beyond the bridge the track becomes uneven with steps and tree roots as it makes a loop through a pocket of forest. It has short stretches with steps and moderate gradients but is otherwise flat. For part of its length the track follows the river, providing good views of its junction with the Rai River.
Conditions
Always carry warm, waterproof clothes, especially on longer walks.
Take care when the tracks are wet or the river flooded.
How to get here
The reserve is located midway between Blenheim and Nelson on SH6, 18 km west of Havelock.
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More information
This track is part of the Herenga ā Nuku Aotearoa track database. Herenga ā Nuku has maps and advice about public access to the outdoors.
We encourage you to continue gaining the skills and knowledge required for a safe trip. The NZ Mountain Safety Council has lots of free resources and information you can use. These can be accessed via www.mountainsafety.org.nz.
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Page last updated: 9/06/2023, 7:30 am