As the name suggests, this large expansive reserve found next to the old Ranfurly Railway Station was originally part of the goods yards for the Otago Central Railway before it closed in the late 1980s.

The railway played a big part in the development of the Maniototo and standing in the reserve one can imagine the bustle of activity as wagons were loaded and unloaded and the excitement of children about to board the train to Dunedin. Owned by the Department of Conservation but maintained by Council, this Reserve is well worth a visit to appreciate Maniototo railway history.

While here take a look at the railway history display and other information about the district available at the i-SITE located here.