Barton's bush is a forest listing in Ebdentown, Upper Hutt, with a Google rating of 4.6.
A patch of native bush is best enjoyed as a quiet walk, so it pays to know the track you plan to take and roughly how long it will take. Bush can be cool, damp and shaded even on a fine day, and paths stay muddy or slippery for a day or two after rain, so sturdy shoes, water and a spare layer are sensible. Regulars know that early mornings are best for birdsong, that the Upper Hutt valley can be hot in summer and cold in winter, and that it is wise to finish before dark. Stay on marked tracks to protect the plants and roots, keep dogs under control where they are allowed, and take your rubbish home.
For walkers in Ebdentown and around Upper Hutt, Barton's bush is a well-rated local patch of native forest.