Studholme Bush carpark is a car park at the start of walking and cycling tracks, at 203 State Highway 82, Waimate, rated 5.0 from 4 Google reviews. Reviewers say there is a map at the gate, the route is clearly marked and the views are excellent. It has tracks from an easy family cycle along Railway Track to a steep 50-minute walk to the Whitehorse monument.
A bush track start is judged on its signs, the condition of the trail and the facilities nearby. Steep sections can be hard going, so take water and sturdy shoes. Visitors who bring dogs should clean up after them, as one reviewer asks, to keep the trails pleasant for others. Regulars often start with a flat family ride before tackling a steeper walk.
For a marked bush track and wide views from Waimate, this carpark is a good place to start.