Ross Creek Track Network

Track summary

Ross Creek has a trail for everyone, with a number of loops to choose from, take a quick 20-minute jaunt, or a longer adventure.

• 1km + length
• 15 min + options
• Walking, running, accessibility, adventure buggy destination.
• Dogs allowed.

About this track

Ross Creek Reservoir, constructed in 1864, is the oldest earth dam in New Zealand, and is the first major urban water supply in the country. As a result, historic features in the area are evident, with the Ross Creek Valve Tower, and local farming historic remnants. The Byre (a historic cattle shed) and an old cottage can be found on “The Byre Track” and “Craigieburn loop”. Being surrounded by native forest and part of a creek network, “School Creek track” provides submersion into native forest and an up-close view of the nearest waterfall to the city. The “Reservoir Loop” provides a flat loop around the reservoir which showcases “All from Water” a sculpture of 77 steel stars a piece by artists Katrina Thomson and Ross Sinclair. The Reservoir Loop has a flat gradient for those with accessibility needs and an accessibility carpark is located for this loop on Burma Road. The tracks are well maintained and provide options for all ages and abilities.

Directions

There are multiple access points to Ross Creek Reserve. On street parking is available at the end of Cannington Road, Rockside Road and Woodhaugh Street. Burma Road has a carpark providing access to the Reservoir Loop.

Bus Number 3 will get you to the top of Ross Creek Reserve on Tanner Road, or alternatively stop at Bus Stop 550 on Malvern Street and walk up the Upper Leith Walkway to access the reserve.

Know before you go:

Any Track closure information is located on the GIS Map link above.

Dogs

Dogs on leash allowed.

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