Rotokura was first occupied in 1150 CE by Moa hunter Maori.
The laying of New Zealand's first international telegraph cable to Sydney gave the bay its 19th-century name, Cable Bay
Explore over 14 km of beautiful native forest trails on quadbikes, including massive Matai, Totara and Kahikatea, some of which are estimated to be over 2,000 years old. Ride high to the hilltops with spectacular coastal scenery before descending back through the farmlands. Light refreshments included. Actual course may vary depending on a range of factors including weather and trail conditions.
A large portion of the forested area is classified as a Significant Natural Area (SNA) by the Nelson City council and it is currently the top priority SNA site in the Nelson region