Wetlands

Travis Wetland Nature Heritage Park

Travis Wetland Nature Heritage Park is a lowland freshwater wetland, located in the midst of an urban environment. It offers a number of easy walkways and viewing areas, with opportunities to see many bird species and plant communities. There is an information kiosk and the nearby education centre provides a laboratory, educational facility and meeting space for groups. Travis Wetland is a site where education programmes are available for schools though the Learning Through Action programme to promote ecological values.

History

The Travis Wetland covers 116 hectares of recently retired land surrounded by urban subdivision, and was was purchased by the Christchurch City Council in 1996 in response to public demand. Previously farmed and drained, the area is now being managed as a Nature Heritage Park.

Access

The main car park and access is located at the end of Beach Road. There is also a car park on Mairehau Road. Entrances to the walking tracks can be seen on the facilities map. 

Nearest Bus

60 Parklands. Check out metro info for more detailed information.

Other Links:

Travis Wetland Trust -  www.traviswetland.org.nz 

Libary History Site -  Travis Wetland Nature Heritage Park