Otari-Wilton's Bush - Facilities
Te Marae o Tane - Information Centre
Toetoe grass
The Information Centre displays information on Otari-Wilton’s Bush history and botanic diversity. The centre is located just inside the main entrance on Wilton Road.
There is seating for visiting groups, toilet facilities and a snack vending machine. A small lecture room can be booked for horticultural, community and educational purposes.
Education
Otari-Wilton’s Bush Trust runs workshops and seminars from time to time. Check the events calendar for details.
School groups often visit to study New Zealand's plant life, and to experience the forest that once covered Wellington.
Otari-Wilton's Bush - Events Calendar
Picnic Areas
Otari-Wilton's Bush is one of Wellington's best picnic spots. There are two main picnic areas - the North picnic area off Wilton's Bush Road, and the idyllic Troup Picnic Area on the Circular Walk.
The Troup Picnic Area is an open space ideal for large groups and school visits. It has toilet facilities, tap water, and two push-button gas barbecues (these run for 20 minutes - for longer cooking push the button again). Availability is on a first-in, first-served basis - please note the barbecues may still be hot from previous usage.
Although bookings are not required, large groups should advise the Treehouse Visitor Centre of intended visits.
Research
The reserve is a resource for botanical and horticultural research.
Staff at Otari-Wilton's Bush liaise closely with tertiary institutions and the scientific community, including Victoria University, Landcare Research NZ, and the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.
More Information
| Treehouse Visitor Centre | |
| Phone: | (04) 499 1400 |
| Fax: | (04) 499 1903 |
| Email: | treehouse |
Related Links
Department Details:
Otari Wilton's Bush (Parks and Gardens)
