Locals describe their favourite spots, and talk about why they are special to them.

A well known Teviot identity, who wishes to remain anonymous, said she has a screen saver photo of her favourite place on her phone.  

It’s in the Roxburgh Gorge when all of the thyme has started flowering. 

The gorge trail is currently being completed after many years of planning and negotiations with landowners.

Two small bridges, each under 50 metres - one at Gorge Creek and another at Shingle Creek - will be among the final components installed, along with connections to the existing trail ends at Doctors Point and Shingle Creek.

Expected to open in February 2027, the new section will primarily follow existing farm tracks, rising above the lake edge onto natural terraces. 

This alignment allows the trail to be shaped around important heritage, geological and ecological features, preserving the unique character of the gorge.