Ross Creek Reservoir Forest Walk

It is currently not possible to walk right around the reservoir due to maintenance work.

Ross creek is a great place to take the kids for a walk. It's got a lot of fenced off places where the kids can run around. The walks are beautiful with overhanging trees and plenty of bird life

Ross CreekOptions range from a peaceful walk around the gravel circuit beside Road Creek Reservoir to an extended ramble through the network of tracks. The Ross Creek Tracks provide for excellent family and individual walking and jogging opportunities.There are a number of track loops that can be accomplished (including some suitable for walking with buggies and wheel chairs). You can either enter the track system from Fulton Road, Wakari Road, Burma Road, Tanner Road or Rockside Road at the various gates.The lower Ross Creek Track also connects with the Water of Leith Walk. The Ross Creek - Woodhaugh Garden walking link was opened during 1999 as part of the Regional Council's Streamscape Plan, which aims to provide access for people close to Dunedin's Waterways.The reservoir dam and tower were completed in 1867. Built from local stone and 'puddled' clay, the dam is one of very few 19th century dams still in use in New Zealand.A range of natural vegetation and habitats is passed on the walk. Native bird life, such as wood pigeons, fantails and bellbirds, can be seen and heard while walking on the track. The Ross Creek Track also offers well-marked orienteering opportunities.

Very pretty track with great views over the reservoir

A nice network of trail that connects with other larger trail networks, allowing for hours of hiking away from the city.

Nice waterfall especially good after a lot of rain.

Absolutely beautiful walking track with so much native bush to walk thou. Amazing

Great walk experience...the serenity of the forest. The highlight of our walk is the waterfall.

If babbling brooks, mossy rocks and native bush filled with birds is your thing, then take your pooch for a wander along these tracks

It is sad they have blocked the house entrance. But is was a lovely place to visit during day off. Chill and relax.