Kennedys Bush Access Track

This track provides a route from Halswell Quarry Park up to Kennedys Bush Road.

People walking on track

Start Findlay's Picnic Area, Halswell Quarry, Kennedys Bush Road
Finish Kennedys Bush Road
Distance 1 km
Time 25 minutes one way
Toilets Findlay's picnic area
Dogs Must be kept on a leash
Description

From Findlay's picnic area, follow the track uphill through the gum trees and sheep paddocks until you reach a zig-zag section that comes out onto Kennedys Bush Road.

Get ready for this track using Plan My Walk(external link) (external link)by the NZ Mountain Safety Council. You can find track alerts, weather forecasts, trip reviews and a packing list, so you are set for your adventure. 

Walking tracks


Shared use


Connecting tracks


Closed


Parking square 100x100

Parking


bus

Bus stop


Toilets

Toilets


water fountain marker

Water fountains


 
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Pukeko Tahi pointer 85x125

Entry and exit point


Avon River Rua pointer 85x125

Point of interest



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