Trail Description

A loop through the ancient podocarp forest of Peel Forest in South Canterbury. The track passes towering totara and matai trees hundreds of years old. Birdsong fills this rare remnant of lowland forest on the Rangitata plains.

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Weather forecast - Peel Forest Big Tree Walk

Current conditions and a 3-day forecast for Peel Forest Big Tree Walk.

scattered clouds

4°C

Scattered Clouds

65% Humidity
11 km/h Wind

5-Day Forecast

scattered clouds
Today
Scattered Clouds
4°C
overcast clouds
Tomorrow
Overcast Clouds
6°C
light rain
Sunday
Light Rain
5°C
clear sky
Monday
Clear Sky
3°C
overcast clouds
Tuesday
Overcast Clouds
7°C

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