New Zealand: In Search of Rivendell
The movie "The Lord of the Rings" was filmed in dozens of locations throughout New Zealand. Rivendell, that bucolic hideaway and home of the elves, was shot about 45 minutes north of Wellington in Kaitoke Regional Park, a 2,860 hectare park in the foothills of the Tararua Ranges just off State Highway 2. Once in the park, you won't find the movie set anymore, which was built into the steep hills, thickly-covered with bush, and forests of rata, rimu and beech trees. But you can imagine it, and walk around, exploring the park with a guide from a company like Wellington Rover, or on your own. Or go for a lengthy hike. The Hutt River gorge runs through it all, and can be crossed on a swinging footbridge. Just don't forget your action figures
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Posted by Globe correspondent Ethan Gilsdorf who is traveling in New Zealand to research his book "Escape Artists."
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