
As for the tree roots that the Hobbits hid behind, these were props added to the set. (To find the exact three trees featured is hard to find yourself without a local literally pointing them out to you). On the right are two trees on an overhanging ledge, where they hid from the ringwraiths. Further down the track on your left is a steep bank where the Hobbits discovered some mushrooms.

© Francois Marier on Wikipedia Mt VictoriaĪn easy-to-reach Lord of the Rings filming location in Wellington Central, Mt Victoria was used in The Fellowship of the Ring when the Hobbits hid from the ringwraiths just outside of The Shire.Īs you hike your way up the forested hill, you’ll instantly recognise the environment like you have been transported to the scene when Frodo shouts: “Get off the road!” Specifically, this is on the first right turn on the walking track with the Lord of the Rings signpost.

