Point of interest
Washpen Falls
12 locals recommend
Tips from locals
Izzy
April 2, 2021
Fabulous and easy/moderate round walk with anconstant change of scenery. There's a little display and informations at the entrance. The land owners charge for the walk via honesty box, we found the price a bit steep, but it's a half day well spent.
Tammy
July 20, 2021
described as ‘a pocket of paradise where moa once roamed’, Washpen Falls is a conservation project that started 80 million years ago with a major volcanic blow. 20 min drive from Hororata, Washpen Falls offers unique outdoor recreational facilities in a breathtaking natural setting in the midst of a working sheep, cattle and deer farm. A fee is charged which includes a track guide & use of walking sticks - $10.00 per adult - $5.00 per child (under 15) - The walk is situated on a high country working farm - Allow 2 hours (moderate fitness recommended) - The walk is a loop track - Walkable all year round except in extreme weather - Warm clothing & sturdy footwear required
described as ‘a pocket of paradise where moa once roamed’, Washpen Falls is a conservation project that started 80 million years ago with a major volcanic blow. 20 min drive from Hororata, Washpen Falls offers unique outdoor recreational facilities in a breathtaking natural setting in the midst of…
Tracey
November 30, 2019
Beautiful waterfall hike less than an hour from Rolleston.
Sage
September 21, 2022
Another great day hike. The loop would take no more than 2 hours. To access the site it’s approx 1 hour from Christchurch. After climbing down a long flight of stairs you’ll find this pretty wee waterfall at the bottom. A beautiful pond with algae and a canoe to paddle around in is also on the loop.
Francine
July 11, 2021
A great wee gem of a place run by a local family.......
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Location
590 Washpen Road
Windwhistle, Canterbury