An easy nature walk in native forest or a longer hike with stunning views of Lake Hāwea

Both walks start from the Kidds Bush Recreation Reserve, 6km along the Hunter Valley Road turn off SH 6 at The Neck. The nature walk is an easy loop track through mountain beech forest. The Sawyer Burn Track climbs through the forest to the bushline and has superb views of Lake Hāwea and the surrounding mountains.

  • Time: 2 hours to the bushline and return
  • Distance: 2.5 km
  • Grade: Suitable for people of most abilities and fitness

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