Redwood Springs Park
📍 Redwood, Canterbury
Redwood Springs Park in Christchurch features natural freshwater springs where water bubbles up through the sand. A flying fox and stream run through the park, with bird life in the surrounding trees. A miniature train track runs alongside.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Reviewers describe the spring water bubbling through the sand as a genuinely unique experience for children - tactile and unlike anything in a standard playground. The flying fox, stream, and train track alongside add enough variety to keep visits extended.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Nikoletta Nádasi
7 months ago
“Great experience for kids to see the water coming up from the ground, touch the bubbles in the sand with their feet. Freezing cold water, mid-thigh hight.”
Catherine Roverts
9 months ago
“Very neat water hole for the kids(and dog) over summer. Even better with the high rise train track next to it that my son loves!”
Brodie Barsby
a week ago
“Great beautiful place of nature. Not too far from anything and super peaceful.”
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Overview
Redwood Springs Park is a natural reserve in Christchurch where freshwater springs bubble up through the sand into a shallow pool. Children can touch the sand bubbles where spring water surfaces - the water is cold and mid-thigh deep. A flying fox and stream run through the park, and a miniature elevated train track passes nearby. Bird life is abundant in the surrounding trees. Free entry.
