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Family-friendly park with a playful vibe, home to a unique giant carrot landmark, vegetable sculptures, picnic areas, and engaging activities like a flying fox and adventure course.
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  • Climber33531398612
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I love skiing at Black Diamond! At just 10 years old, I'm proud to be the second-best skier in my family, right after my dad. It's a close call, but I can just about out-ski my 13-year-old sister.
    Written 25 March 2024
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  • NgarK
    42 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful walk to the falls. Our children aged 8 and 3 at the time loved it. The little one had to be carried for a bit up the stairs on our return but it is definitely family friendly. We ventured to the falls as the kids love rock jumping and they were amazing!
    Written 24 January 2023
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  • Louise B
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The staff in your information centre.Were wonderful, helpful and patience. The area is beautiful.Un fortunately for us it was very overcast so we didn't get to view the top .
    Written 11 February 2024
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  • Dooley7147
    Wellington, New Zealand42 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A place of significant meaning to New Zealanders - history well captured here and a worthwhile stop for any travellers going around the mountain
    Written 28 June 2023
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  • Tennille S
    Auckland, New Zealand53 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful NZ sub-alpine forest and a pristine lake, that is important to local Maori and very tranquil. This is an easy walk (make sure you go to the second lake) and well worth the trip. Once you get to the lake there are no signs so if you follow the track left or right it is a track circling the whole lake (if you are up for more), however, it is fairly overgrown!
    Written 23 January 2024
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  • Elizabeth H
    Wellington, New Zealand25 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This walk is suitable for nearly anyone. I am not very fit and while there were a few uphill bits, I never felt too out of breath. We did this walk with 2 kids, aged 9 & 6 and they are not outdoorsy kids. They loved it!! There is a long drop at the campsite if you’re desperate. The native plants were lush and beautiful and many very impressive kahikatea and rimu trees. It took us about an hour and a half to do as we let the kids set the pace. Definitely do it while your in Ohakune.
    Written 6 January 2023
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  • LXdaddy
    Hampshire, UK145 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This walk takes about 15 minutes, is on reasonably well made paths and is virtually level. With such an easy walk you don't get far into the forest but there is loads of trees and ferns to marvel at.
    Written 16 February 2023
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  • Rodmyra
    New Zealand5 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    What a great historic experience! Very knowledgeable people and fun toy trains for the children to use. Highly recommend a visit
    Written 4 October 2023
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  • Ellen M
    Dannevirke, New Zealand3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The staff were friendly and the walls were great for all abilities. My 6 year old could do quite a few of the walls. And there was challenging ones for my 13 year old to.
    Written 2 January 2024
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  • C mox
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    My girlfriend and I, both first timers, had a fantastic experience. The horses were calm and responsive; the guide was encouraging, friendly, and knowledgeable. We will definitely be coming back again😊😊. Definitely recommend!
    Written 6 May 2023
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  • Alistair
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Had an awesome and unforgettable 3 days canoeing down the Whanganui river with Canoe Safaris. Phil was a fantastic guide. He made sure we were well fed, knew the basics and kept everyone safe on the river. Highly recommend touring with Canoe Safaris.
    Written 21 May 2024
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