We drove in and enjoyed the quiet and the unquestionable beauty. Stopped for a picnic afternoon tea but had to give in and leave due to sandflies. Tracks very rough - muddy and potholes.

If you travel to Hanmer Springs and don't do any of the walks on the Forest, you are seriously missing out! The scenery is spectacular and it truly is so peaceful! There is walks for beginners and also for the more skilled. The air was...More

Waterfall Track - about 3 hours walk, really nice track - up and down the hill with some river crossings. Wonderful waterfall at the end! There were 5 children with us, age 3-10 y.o. Two smaller ones ended up on shoulders as it was very...More

Hanmer forest is full of bird life and beautiful trees and bush. One of the best places for walking or cycling at any time of the year.

We walked - not hiked a couple of the trails in the forest. Took time to read the tree names and signs. Kids loved it - was well sign posted so no-one got lost. Walked in fine weather and then in the snow.

Fantastic hot thermal pools with varying temperatures to suit everyone. The waterslides are great for all ages and the lazy river a hit with the teenagers. Can spend a couple of hours and for $10 can return again in the same day for a second...More

We recently visited Hanmer Springs for the second time and looked forward to spending time in the delightful forest/park that hugs the town. It was wonderful to see families and mountain bike riders enjoying this great piece of local infrastructure. We walked around on a...More

A plantation of European trees laid out on a bit of a grid - perfect for a stroll for all ages, bikes and dogs welcome. The colours in Autumn are spectacular.

Take the walk to the waterfall. It's a long way about 2.5 hours and its hard uphill walking but worth it when you get there. Lovely forest walks, there are also bridal and bike tracks.

Great place to stop and stretch the legs - we had been driving all morning and our first stop was the forest for a picnic and a walk thru the Dog Stream waterfall tack. Serenaded by bellbirds while enjoying a great walk, a lot of...More