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We start off from the boat ramp at Takapuna, head along the shore line over sand, rocks and narrow pathways.
Quick facts about this walk
| Walk time: | approx. 1 hour and 15 minutes |
| Distance: | about 6.22 kms |
| Parking: | Takapuna Boat Ramp, The Promenade |
| Buses: | Hurstmere Road, Takapuna |
| Track: | Partly rocky and narrow seaside pathway. Slippery when wet. |
| Difficulty: | Suitable for users of average fitness and mobility. |
| Highlights: | Hauraki Gulf, beaches, marina, residential homes. |
| Dog Friendly: | Takapuna Beach is an off-leash exercise area 24/7 in winter, but only before 10am and after 6pm during daylight saving. |
| FREE Map: | Download your FREE map of this walk |
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Walk past beautiful houses that overlook the Hauraki Gulf and Rangitoto Island to Milford, where we head inland along the marina before returning to Takapuna.
This walk suits sure-footed folk, and you would want to avoid high tide and stormy seas.
Dogs – Takapuna Beach is an off-leash exercise area 24/7 in winter, but only before 10am and after 6pm during daylight saving.
Photos from my walk along the Takapuna to Milford Loop Walk
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