Explore Nature's Best in Every Corner!
Whanganui’s parks and reserves range from busy family destinations to quiet bush reserves and riverside corridors. Virginia Lake in the northern suburbs is one of the city’s most popular spots, with a scenic walk around a natural lake set among mature trees. Kowhai Park on the riverbank combines a large playground, paddling pool, miniature railway, and picnic areas in one riverside setting. Further out, Bushy Park Forest Reserve — about 24 kilometres northeast — is a predator-free sanctuary protecting mature kahikatea and rimu bush, with overnight stays available.
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Get ready to uncover the exhilarating river adventures and lush native bush of Whanganui National Park, where unforgettable experiences await you!
