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Activity · Marshland
Bottlelake Forest
A magical forest for fairy play, climbing trees, and off-road fun
At a glance
Why go?
A magical forest for fairy play, climbing trees, and off-road fun
Bottle Lake Forest is an outdoor wonderland where kids can explore fairy houses, build huts, climb trees, and play on dirt mounds and balance beams. With bike bumps, picnic spots, and a coffee van nearby, it’s perfect for a nature-filled family outing full of creativity and adventure. Kids can peek inside, spot decorations, and see how other children have brought their fairy homes to life.

Good to know
Before you go.
With bike bumps, picnic spots, and a coffee van nearby, it’s perfect for a nature-filled family outing full of creativity and adventure.
Walking tracks through the forest offer another way to enjoy the outdoors, and the small information centre nearby includes an interactive display with buttons for kids to press and explore.
The area also features large dirt mounds, tyres for climbing and exploring, and balance beams, including a see-saw-style one that tips as you walk across it.
The details
What you'll find.
Age & suitability
Who it works well for.
Pram friendly
Good for over 5s
Good for under 5s
Facilities
Facilities at a glance.
Car park
Drinking fountain
Nearby food & drink
On street parking
Picnic areas
Picnic tables
Rubbish bins
Seating
Toilets
Take a look around
See the place.
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Getting there
Plan your arrival.
Waitikiri Drive
Bottle Lake
Bottle Lake Forest is a spacious, adventure-filled destination accessed via a car park off Waitikiri Drive.
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