Blackwater and the Tall Trees Trail, Rhinefield Ornamental Drive
Brockenhurst, New Forest
A Forestry England arboretum on the Rhinefield Ornamental Drive, where the 1.5-mile Tall Trees Trail runs beneath Douglas firs and giant redwoods planted in the reign of Queen Victoria. An easy arboretum trail and a sensory sculpture trail start from the same car park.
Highlights
- Giant redwoods, the biggest trees in the New Forest
- Tall Trees Trail, about 40 minutes on foot
- Blackwater Arboretum trail with trees from around the world
- Sensory sculpture trail
Good to know
- Dogs are allowed
- Barbecues and outdoor cooking equipment are banned to prevent wildfires
- There are toilets and a picnic area at the car park
- Cycle trails pass close by
Getting there
Blackwater and the Tall Trees Trail, Rhinefield Ornamental Drive, Blackwater car park, Rhinefield Ornamental Drive, near Lyndhurst, Hampshire, SO42 7QBParking: Blackwater car park is about half a mile along Rhinefield Drive on the left, reached from the A35 west of Lyndhurst. It is not suitable for coaches.
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