Weka Pass Historic Reserve - Rock Art

This historic reserve contains early examples of Maori rock art. The drawings, located in a limestone overhang shelter, are thought to have been made by Maori between 600–1,000 years ago, while they were in the area gathering food. Some of the drawings show human figures, fish and dogs and were done in charcoal and red ochre.

Although some of the 150 or so figures were 'freshened' with house paint in the 1930's, the majority remain in their natural state.

Weka Pass Historic Reserve is an hour's drive from Christchurch, off state highway 7 towards Culverden. The site of the rock art is a 40-minute walk both ways across farmland.

Check the website for details about the walkway and access.