By Road
Near the southern tip of the North Island, and just an hour's drive north from Wellington along State Highway 2, Featherston is your reward for braving the short but spectacular 'hill road' from Upper Hutt.  As you drive into the township, the broad flat valley stretches seaward - inviting you to explore the unique wetlands and lush sheep and dairy country on the road to the sensational South Wairarapa coast.

By Rail
The rail trip is relaxing and interesting.  The last part of the journey runs beside the lake, with lovely water views as well as wild birdlife and farm scenes.  The railway station is a very short walk from the centre of town.  It is easy to arrange a driver to meet your train and escort you on a visit to the more out-of-the way and fascinating parts of the Featherston region.

And Beyond
Beyond Featherston, SH2 runs up the Wairarapa to Hawkes Bay, the un-crowded east coast, offering a practical route to all parts of the central North Island.

 

The Featherston promotional Group would like to thank: Trust House, Go Wairarapa, Fish & Game NZ. and all the contributors who supplied information, photos and advertising, for without their help, the Featherston County guide and this web site would not be possible.