Opening Hours

The Redwoods Visitor Centre and i-Site is open everyday except for Christmas.

Summer 9.30am to 10:30pm and Winter 9.30am to 9:30pm.

The main gates are open for vehicle access at 5.30am till late. You can walk/bike in at any time. We would encourage use of the forest in daylight hours only for your own safety.

For information about the Tree Walk opening hours please visit the Tree Walk page for more information.

You can also access the forest from the Waipa Mill Road car park off State Highway 5. The gates are open from 6:00am to 11:00pm year round.

Access from Te Putake o Tawa car park is also an option and gates are open from 6:00am to 9:00pm.