This lesser-known trail runs from the restored Old Lower Shotover Bridge 3.2km (one direction) out to Tucker Beach Wildlife Reserve. It’s a mixed-use trail so you’ll see walkers as well. Given its easy nature, it’s an ideal trail for the entire family so consider packing a picnic and making an afternoon of it.
This trail ambles around Ferry hill, hugging the bank of the Shotover river running mostly parallel to Tucker beach Road. You can access the track from both ends of Tucker Beach Road with accessible parking near the Shotover Bridge near the Fern Hill drive turnoff.