How To Get There
The Redwoods is located just 5 km south east of Rotorua city centre
adjoining the larger Whakarewarewa Forest. It takes about 5 minutes
by car, 20 minutes by bike or about 1 hour to walk. The City Ride bus
service also passes by the end of Long Mile Road.
From the City Centre:
By Car...
Follow the signposts as if heading to the Rotorua airport. You will be travelling on TE NGAE ROAD.
At the first large round-a-bout turn RIGHT onto TARAWERA ROAD.
Turn RIGHT onto LONG MILE ROAD . It is the second street on your right and has a big black and white
sign on the corner that says “The Redwoods.”
The Redwoods Visitor Centre is the only building on this road and is about 1km from the corner.
On foot or by bike…
You can follow the same directions as above OR you can follow the scenic Rotorua Walk/Cycle way which takes you off the main roads. Join the trails
on Amohau Street just outside the Sudima Hotel. Follow the blue & white walk/cycle symbols across
Sulphur Bay, under Te Ngae Road and along the Puarenga Stream. At 99 Sala Street turn left across the
bridge and continue following the symbols. You will walk through forest research tree trials and pop out
across from the Redwoods Visitor Centre car park.
By bus…
The Cityride bus service operates Monday to Sunday except public holidays.
Take bus route three: Owhata, from the main bus stop on Pukuatua Street in the city centre. They leave
every ½ an hour from 6.50am. Signal the bus driver to stop on Tarawera Road near the corner of Long
Mile Road. Look for the big black & white sign that says “The Redwoods”. The Redwoods Visitor Centre
is the only building on this road and is about 1km walk from the corner.
For a location map please click here.
For a full copy of our brochure with a location map click here.
Visitor Centre
This is the place to go for all your track maps and forest information. Let the friendly shop staff help you to make the most of your unique forest experience with up to date information and advice. It is also the
perfect place to find and extra-special keepsake to remind you of your
visit. The shop specializes in handcrafted native wooden gifts and NZ
made gifts inspired by nature. There is picnic & toilet facilities available
and ample parking right outside the door.
Hot/cold drinks, ice- creams and snack food are also available for
purchase.
For a full copy of our brochure with a location map click here.
Opening Hours
The Redwoods Visitor Centre & Gift Shop is open everyday except for
Christmas.
Summer (October to March)
Monday to Friday - 8.30am to 5.30pm
Weekends & Public holidays - 10.00am to 5.00pm
Winter (April to September)
Monday to Friday - 8.30am to 4.30pm
Weekends & Public holidays - 10.00am to 4.00pm
The main gates are open for vehicle access at 5.30am and close at 8.30pm. You can walk/bike in
at any time. We would encourage use of the forest in daylight hours only for your own safety.
Prices
Entry to the forest is FREE.
Advice, friendly service and smiles are FREE.
Maps & information are available form the Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor
Centre.
For information about maps click here.
Maps
Walking maps…
These are available from the Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre at no charge. The friendly staff have knowledge of the forest and tracks and can offer great advice. They also have vital information on forestry operations, forest safety, closures, track maintenance and diversions.
To prepare for your visit you can download a map here. If you do this please be sure to call in to The Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre and check track/safety details before you head out.
Mountain Bike Maps…
These are a water proof, tear proof A2, comprehensive map. They cost
$5.00 and are available to purchase from The Redwoods Gift Shop &
Visitor Centre and all bike shops in Rotorua. You can also order one by
contacting us. To view the map please click here. These are not available to download at this time.
By purchasing a map you are helping with track and facility maintenance. Remember use of the
tracks is FREE
About Rotorua
Physical Address:
Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre
Long Mile Road
Rotorua
Postal Address:
Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre
Rotorua District Council
Private Bag 3029
Rotorua Mail Centre, Rotorua 3046
Phone:
Visitor information desk/retail + 64 7 350 0110
Fax + 64 7 350 0111
Manager: + 64 7 350 0112
Email: click here
Management
The Redwoods – Forest, Gift Shop & Visitor Centre is managed by The
Rotorua District Council
The greater Whakarewarewa Forest is managed by Kaingaroa Timberlands.
Forest Care Code
We do the best we can to provide a good amount of information to be
of assistance without sending you into overload but if you do have any
questions before your visit please click here and we’ll get back to you
with an answer as soon as we can.
Likewise if your recent visit to The Redwoods has raised any questions
or you would like to make comments about your visit please click here.
We would love to here what you have to say - comments both positive
and constructive are of value to us.
If you would like to find out more about Rotorua and what it has to offer
please click here.
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