Styx River Mouth Conservation Reserve
![Sunset at Stys River mouth](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery_item_lg/public/gallery-image/20230429_174144-01_2.jpeg?itok=6egSBTpf)
![Native planting, planted in circa 2000](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery_item_lg/public/gallery-image/20230422_150803-01_1.jpeg?itok=5gyoazcL)
Native planting at the mouth of the Styx River
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Styx River Mouth Conservation Reserve
![Sunset from bridge](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery_item_lg/public/gallery-image/20230429_173603-01_1.jpeg?itok=isbtSovR)
![Reflection](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery_item_lg/public/gallery-image/20230418_121353.jpg?itok=uBwhhsPC)
River reflection of sky
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Can you spot the Spoonbill
The Styx River Mouth Conservation Reserve is a short 2km loop. It is a perfect spot for an easy family stroll, picnic, photography or birding. This lesser known hidden gem is a peaceful location with stunning riverside scenery, the distant Southern Alps and significant saltmarsh and wetland habitats.
For a longer walk, connect up to the Te Rauakaaka Trail, and Templars Island Trail.
To access the park head to 20 Harbour Road - Brooklands, Christchurch
Dog Summary
Restriction: Prohibited/Leashed
Details: Dogs are prohibited everywhere except on walking tracks to protect wildlife values (particularly threatened and sensitive species) and to protect conservation values. Dogs must be on a leash on the walking track along the top of the stopbank through the reserve.