Dittmer Reserve is a riverside reserve on Dittmer Drive in West End, Palmerston North, with a Google rating of 4.6 from 109 reviews. Reviewers mention the walking tracks, the cycling routes and the He Ara Kotahi bridge across the Manawatū River, and say the sunsets are a highlight.
A good riverside reserve is judged on its paths, its views and how well it links to the wider walking and cycling network. Riverside walks are often at their best at sunset, so a late afternoon visit can be a rewarding choice. Many visitors bring dogs, so it helps to check the signs for any rules on leads. Bike routes along rivers are usually flat and easy, which suits families and casual riders. When you visit, bring water and a layer for the breeze off the river.
For a sunset walk, a bike ride or a bridge crossing in West End, this Dittmer Drive reserve is a lovely place to spend an hour.