Location ⬇️ 💾 Save this for your next South Island trip or share with a mate who loves hidden gems! I wandered through Christchurch’s Red Zones expecting empty lots… but instead I found winding riverside trails, thriving community gardens, and pockets of nature reclaiming the land. It’s unlike anywhere else I’ve explored in NZ. 📅 This area is perfect to explore year-round. It's massive and a great place to watch a stunning sunset. 🛣️ You don’t need a car—hire a bike or e‑scooter or bike from the city centre and you’re there in minutes 🚲. Free parking is also available near entrances if driving. 🌿 The trails follow old streets and backyards—look out for fruit trees 🍏, memorial signs 🕊️, and community projects like the Avon-Ōtākaro Forest Park. 👉 Follow @getlostwithliam for more unique travel guides and hidden NZ spots! #travelnz #newzealandroadtrip #southisland #explorechristchurch #visitnewzealand