Explore the Swampy Gully wetlands. Restoration of these areas started in 2004.
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-41.05, 174.94 · rel 17551903
-41.05, 174.94 · rel 17551903
Wetlands Walk
A 2,9 km loop walk through alpine terrain and mountains in Wellington.
Loop walk
start = finish · Wellington
2,9km
Distance
light
Climb · estimate
easy
Difficulty · estimate
loop
Shape
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01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
Alpine Terrain
Mountains
Urban Area
Summit
Quiet area
Uncrowded
Family friendly
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02 · The story
What makes this route special
03 · 2 points along the route
What will you encounter?
1× monument
1× summit
Battle Hill New Zealand Wars Memorial
monument ·
332 m off route
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Battle Hill
summit ·
420 m off route
2,9 km
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04 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
Start
Quarter of the way
Halfway
Three quarters
Finish
05 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
06 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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What hikers experienced
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08 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Wetlands Walk is 2.9 km long.
At an average walking pace, Wetlands Walk takes approximately 44 min to complete.
Yes, Wetlands Walk is a round walk that starts and finishes at the same point — no return transport needed.
Wetlands Walk starts at Battle Hill Farm car park.
Wetlands Walk is an easy hike, suitable for walkers of all fitness levels.
Wetlands Walk is maintained and managed by GreaterWellington Regional Council.