Tūhaitara Coastal Park
A block of coastal land between the Ashley / Rakahuri and Waimakariri Rivers north of Christchurch.

This park was established as a result of a Ngāi Tahu settlement with the Crown. It is a recreational reserve managed by a local trust. The land is largely pine forest, but includes the large Tūtaepatu Lagoon, and is undergoing extensive revegetation work.

Highlights
- 5km Tūtaepatu Trail (walk/run/cycle)
- 10.5km Pegasus Walkway (walk/run/cycle/horses)
How to get there
Access the park from road ends at:
- Reid Memorial Avenue at The Pines Beach
- Woodend Beach Road, Woodend Beach
- Te Kohanga Drive, Pegasus
- Bridge Street or Kiwi Avenue, Waikuku Beach
Where to stay
Holiday parks are located at Kairaki, Woodend Beach, and Waikuku Beach.
The basics
- Entrance fee: no fees.
- Pets: dogs on leash permitted except at the lagoon. They may be taken on the Tūtaepatu Trail.
- Vehicles: bicycles and horses are permitted in some areas.
- Overnight camping is prohibited.
Hazards
- Coastal seas may be unsafe for swimming. Surf patrols operate seasonally at Waikuku Beach, Woodend Beach.
- Active forestry occurs in the park. Forestry operations are indicated by signage.
Visitor information
Te Tai Kōhaka
1 Woodend Beach Road
Woodend Beach
+64 3 313 1768
Full contact details
Area
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6 square kilometres |
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Maps
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NZTopo50-BW24
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ID 8520
About this place
Added 1 April 2013 by matthewmatthew.
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