Ten walks of various lengths in the Clutha district at Owaka, Tautuku, Papatowai and Chaslands.
Arrowtown had a peak population of 3000 - 6000 men at the end of 1862. Many historically significant buildings survive from the gold rush period, including hotels and cottages, a gaol and other buildings. This walk includes 49 buildings or sites.
A 50 minute walk that explores the unique architectural style of Ranfuly.
Enjoy sculpture both commemorative and contemporary on a journey through varied inland and coastal landscapes of east Otago (Taken from the series 'Otago Sculpture Trails.' Copies at Dunedin Visitor Centre and other locations.)
This trail is a gentle walk, bike or drive round some of the early buildings remaining in the Woodside area, which was the original settlement of Maungatua (Mountain of the Spirit).
An historical tour of old goldmining sites and places of interest from the golden days of the Lower Dunstan.
A detour off the Southern Scenic Route, this trail covers about 70km of road in the southern Catlins area. This trail can be travelled in either direction.
A fascinating insight into Clutha's past including information about farming, the gold rush, coal mining, architecture, forestry and the significance of the district's rivers and natural attractions.
A trip back through a golden era of Otago's history.
An Historical tour of old gold mining sites and places of interest from the early days of the Nevis, following the route once used by the supply wagons in the days when the goldfields were at their height.
A walk around several interesting historic buildings in old Clyde town.
The Seasider train is Dunedin's scenic coastal tourist train operating from the historic Railway Station in Dunedin New Zealand.
The Southern Scenic Route is the mostly coastal journey from Dunedin in Otago to Te Anau in Southland. The route passes many sites of historical significance.
Four walks of various lengths in the Clutha district at Tapanui and Lawrence.
Several walks of various lengths in the Clutha district at Milton, Waihola and Taieri Mouth.
Several walks of various lengths in the Clutha district at Owaka, Balclutha, Kaka Point and Nugget Point.
The Otago Central Rail Trail follows the old railway formation from Middlemarch to Clyde and has several sections which can be walked or biked independantly.
Two trails, at Waitahuna and Lawrence, which explain some of the fascinating history of the Lawrence district.
A look at some interesting historic features around Palmerston, including the cairn on the landmark hill Puketapu.
A self-drive trip from Clyde, through the Manuherikia Valley to St Bathans and back, optionally returning via the Ida Valley.
District Heritage Trails
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