National Park & Nature
Kaitoke Regional Park
📍 Kaitoke Regional Park, Wellington, New Zealand
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Quick Facts
- Location
- New Zealand, Wellington
- Category
- National Park & Nature
- Duration
- 半日
- Ticket Price
- Free (camping extra)
- Address
- Kaitoke Regional Park, Wellington, New Zealand
- Coordinates
- -41.0780, 175.1680
Introduction
Kaitoke Regional Park, on the Wairarapa side north of Wellington, is the capital's water-catchment and forest park. It holds the oldest native forest in the region, with the Hutt River running through; 'The Lord of the Rings' filmed its Rivendell scenes here. River flats, trails and campsites make it a popular family picnic and swimming spot.
✨ Highlights
1
Rivendell site
Filming location of the LOTR valley.
2
Old forest
The region's oldest native bush.
3
River & camping
Swimming and campsites by the Hutt.
🛈 Practical Info
→Location：Kaitoke Regional Park, Wellington, New Zealand
→Time needed：2–4 hours
→Ticket Information：Free (camping extra)
💡 Tips
• About 40 minutes by car from Wellington.
• The river is cold — swim with care.
• Book campsites ahead in peak season.
FAQ
How much is the admission for Kaitoke Regional Park?
Free (camping extra)
Any practical tips for visiting Kaitoke Regional Park?
About 40 minutes by car from Wellington. The river is cold — swim with care.
How long should I spend at Kaitoke Regional Park?
A typical visit takes 半日.
