Eskdale Reserve Track
Looking for a quiet bush walk close to the city? The Eskdale Reserve Track in Birkenhead offers native forest, birdsong, and peaceful paths. Find out what to expect before you go.
Looking for a quiet bush walk close to the city? The Eskdale Reserve Track in Birkenhead offers native forest, birdsong, and peaceful paths. Find out what to expect before you go.
Looking for a quick nature escape in Albany? The Lucas Waterfall Loop takes you through native bush to a charming waterfall in under an hour. Perfect for families and beginners.
You’ll find native bush and boardwalks on this easy Albany Totara walk. Perfect for families and beginners, it takes about 30 minutes return. Click for directions and tips.
You’ll find native bush, birdsong and peaceful forest paths at Awaruku Bush Reserve. This easy North Shore walk offers a quick nature escape right in Torbay’s backyard.
Fancy a stunning seaside walk? You’ll love this North Shore beauty from Long Bay to Devonport. We’ve got all the details on the route, highlights, and what to expect along the way.
You’ll love this easy 5km loop through Tāwharanui’s predator-free sanctuary, where you can spot takahē and kiwi. Stunning coastal views meet regenerating bush. Get directions here.
You’ll love this coastal walk from Long Bay to Okura – it’s an easy 6km route with stunning beach views, native bush, and plenty of spots to stop. Find out what to expect.
Fancy a bush walk with waterfalls and native forest? The Beverage Track in Arataki takes you through lush West Auckland rainforest with stream crossings and birdsong. Get directions and tips here.
Planning to walk the Beverly Price Loop Track? Discover essential track info, including hiking times, elevation, and how to find the best lookout points.
Everything you need: exact start point, GPS coordinates, 150-step descent tips, motorway bridge crossing, crater rim route, MASH hospital plaque location.
Looking for a solid bush walk near Auckland? You’ll climb through native forest on the Slip Track, then loop back via Pipeline Track. Great views, good workout, all the details here.
Fancy a peaceful walk on Motuihe Island? The Eastern Beaches Track takes you through native bush to stunning secluded coves. Get the full route details here.
Walk the Headland Heritage path on Motuihe Island and you’ll find WWII gun emplacements, native bush, and stunning gulf views. It’s an easy 2km loop with real history to touch.
Climb to the highest point on Motuihe Island for stunning 360-degree views across the Hauraki Gulf. You’ll pass through regenerating bush and spot native birds along the way.
You’ll tackle steep climbs and rocky ridges on this challenging Hunua Traverse Walk. Get the track notes, parking spots, and what to pack before you head out.
You’ll love the Pukapuka Track Loop in Hunua Ranges – a peaceful 2-hour forest walk through native bush and past streams. Get all the details on parking, track conditions and what to bring.
You’ll love this easy 3.5km loop through native bush in the Hunua Ranges. Expect waterfalls, swimming holes, and tall kauri trees. Perfect for families and beginners.
You’ll find stunning waterfalls and native bush on this easy 30-minute loop walk in the Hunua Ranges. Perfect for families and photos. Get directions and tips here.
Soak your tired feet in natural hot pools after this easy 40-minute forest walk on Great Barrier Island. You’ll find clear thermal springs perfect for a warm dip year-round.
You’ll love this stunning coastal route linking two volcanic islands in the Hauraki Gulf. Get practical tips, track notes, and what to expect on this memorable Rangitoto-Motutapu adventure.
Easy walk to NZ’s first Christian mission site with stunning bay views. Exact route, beach access, coastal track details. Rangihoua Heritage Park guide.
Walk 5km around Moturua Island in the Bay of Islands. Easy loop through beaches, forest, and WW2 bunkers. Pest-free sanctuary with kiwi and native birds. Boat access only.
alk pest-free Motuora Island in the Hauraki Gulf. Multiple tracks through regenerating bush, coastal viewpoints, and beaches. Camping available with excellent kiwi spotting at night. Water taxi from Sandspit Wharf.
Walk the Motutapu Island Walkway and you’ll find volcanic coastlines, WWII history, and stunning Gulf views. This 4-hour loop takes you through farmland to beaches.
You’ll love this easy coastal walk on Motuihe Island with stunning Hauraki Gulf views, native bush, and historic sites. Perfect for families seeking a peaceful island escape.
You’ll find a beautiful waterfall hiding in Lucas Creek that’s perfect for a quick nature escape. This easy forest walk takes about 45 minutes return and feels worlds away from the city.
Paddle down the Puhoi River then tackle coastal rocks and road walking to Orewa Beach. This Te Araroa section needs two tide windows and gives your legs a break. Here’s what you need to know.
Climb the Dome Forest Summit Track near Warkworth for stunning 360° views across Rodney. This 2-hour return walk takes you through native bush to a ridge-top lookout. Get the details you need here.
Mt Tamahunga near Matakana is the highest accessible summit between Auckland and Whangarei at 437m. This steep 3-hour return track climbs through farmland and native bush with coastal views along the way.
White sandy beaches, sheltered quarry swimming, and coastal headland views at Te Ārai Point near Mangawhai. Track details, gravel road access, and endangered fairy tern habitat – 90km from Auckland.
The Pūweto Loop is easily our favorite walk in Waitawa. It’s a bit of a workout, but the 360-degree Hauraki Gulf views are totally worth it. We’ve got the lowdown on track conditions, how to find the old pā sites and more.
You’ll love this easy 2km loop through native bush in Waitawa Regional Park, East Auckland. Watch for pīwakawaka (fantails) flitting through the trees. Perfect for families.
The Kōtare Loop was officially renamed in 2025. Don’t get lost, check our updated 2026 guide for the new track colours, dog rules, and birdwatching tips at Waitawa.
You’ll love this easy 2km loop through native bush in Waitawa Regional Park, Clevedon. Perfect for families and packed with birdlife. Find out about parking, facilities and what to expect.
You’ll walk from Onehunga’s waterfront through Waikaraka Park to the historic Pah Homestead. It’s an easy urban route mixing harbour views with green spaces and art.
Whatipū is spectacular but dangerous if you miss the tides. This guide covers the 8km beach walk, the sea caves, and how to navigate the gravel road and tide windows safely
You’ll love this scenic bush walk to Karamatura Falls in Huia. It’s an easy 2-hour return through native forest with a beautiful waterfall reward. Get track details here.
You’ll love the Muriwai Cliff Top Walk for its stunning gannet colony views and dramatic black sand coastline. This easy 45-minute loop is perfect for families and photographers.
You’ll hike 10km of wild West Auckland coastline from Bethells Beach to Muriwai. Expect black sand, dramatic cliffs, and gannet colonies. Get the full route details here.
You’ll hike through native bush to stunning Wainamu Falls, then trek across dramatic black sand dunes to the coast. This 2-3 hour loop near Bethells Beach packs beaches, waterfalls and dunes into one epic walk.
Climb the “Red Stairs” at Pukekiwiriki Pā for a 360° panoramic surprise. Short, steep, and epic—here’s the ultimate guide to this South Auckland hidden gem
Looking for an easy bush walk near Auckland? The Hunua Falls Short Loop takes you through native forest to a stunning waterfall in just 30 minutes. Perfect for families and beginners.
You’ll find stunning coastal views and native bush on this easy Tawhitokino Beach walk near Clevedon. Perfect for families, it takes about 45 minutes return. Read more inside.
You’ll love this easy lakeside walk around Hamilton Lake – perfect for a quick nature break in the city. Get all the details on distance, parking spots, and what to see along the way.
Looking for a coastal walk near Auckland? You’ll find stunning clifftop views, historic Māori pā sites, and rolling farmland at Duder Regional Park in Clevedon. Easy-going with plenty to see.
Looking for a cracker coastal walk near Auckland? The Duder Regional Park loop gives you clifftop views, farmland, and beaches in one go. Easy access, well marked, perfect for a morning out.
Short 1.6km loop through native bush to a charming 5m waterfall in Waitakere Ranges. Takes just 30 minutes and suits families with kids. Well-maintained Grade 2 track. Plan your visit.
Stroll this easy 2km art trail through Katikati’s town centre in about 1 hour. View 70+ stunning murals depicting local history on building walls. Flat footpaths suit all ages. Get the map.
You’ll find everything you need to know about the Mercer Bay Loop walk, including track details, stunning coastal views, and tips for exploring this beautiful West Coast trail near Auckland.
Explore this 8km return walk near Whangamata taking 2 hours on an easy graded track. One of the best preserved old mining sites on the Coromandel.