Walking Tracks
This page contains information about the walkways and tracks in the district which Council maintains.
Updated:
11/10/2018 10:11 a.m.
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The track to Smuggler's Bay
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We maintain a number of walking tracks throughout the district for the enjoyment of residents and visitors alike.
We are also working with other organisations to develop a network of paths and tracks ranging from easy access walking paths to tramping tracks for the more experienced walker.
Select from the list of tracks below for detailed information about the features and attractions that can be found on each one.
A H Reed Memorial ParkThis page contains information about the walkways through the A H Reed Memorial Park - maturing kauri trees, a spectacular waterfall and a forest canopy walkway, with access for those living with disabilities, on an easy loop walk. A H Reed Memorial Park Abbey CavesThis page contains information about the Abbey Caves walkway - amazing limestone outcrops and a lovely loop walk. Abbey Caves Bream Head Scenic ReserveThis page contains information about the walks and tracks through the Bream Head Scenic Reserve at the entrance to Whangarei harbour. Bream Head Scenic Reserve Coronation Scenic ReserveThis page contains information about the walkways in the Coronation Scenic Reserve - tracks for the keener walker, with views over the city from high vantage points and including an interpreted Māori pā site. Coronation Scenic Reserve Hatea River This page contains information about the walkways through the Hatea River Reserve, including a description of the tracks and the features of interest to look out for. Hatea River Huarahi o te Whai Hatea LoopThis page contains information about the Huarahi o te Whai, Hatea Loop, walkway incorporating Whangarei's Town Basin, Pohe Island and Riverside. Huarahi o te Whai Hatea Loop Huitau PaThis page contains information about the short walkway along the cliff top to Huitau Pā at Taiharuru. Huitau Pa Manganese PointThis page contains information about the short walk at Manganese Point, Tamaterau - discover what it would feel like to have your own private beach. Manganese Point Matakohe-Limestone IslandThis page contains information about Matakohe-Limestone Island in the Whangarei harbour. This is a nature sanctuary which the public may only access by boat. Matakohe-Limestone Island Matapouri/Whale BayThis page contains information about a beautiful beach which is a destination for the lover of our rugged east coast at its best. Sun, sea, sand and pohutakawa trees; a popular place for families in summer. Matapouri/Whale Bay Mount AubreyThis page contains information about the walkway at Mount Aubrey in the Whangarei Heads area - enjoy 360 degree views over Whangarei Harbour, Bream Head and Mount Manaia. Mount Aubrey Mount ManaiaThis page contains information about the Mount Manaia Track at Whangarei Heads, a steep climb that needs a good level of fitness. Mount Manaia ParihakaThis page contains information about the walkways in the Mount Parihaka Scenic Reserve, which has been awarded the prestigious international Green Flag Award. It is among 14 southern hemisphere winners and the award is a public recognition of good quality green spaces. Parihaka PortlandThis page contains information about the walkway at Portland, a short walk of 20 minutes through mangroves on the southern side of Whangarei Harbour. Portland ReotahiThis page contains information about the Reotahi coastal walkway at Whangarei Heads; a series of short walks combining to form a longer coastal route past one of the newest marine reserves. Reotahi TamaterauThis page contains information about the pleasant leisurely walk at Tamaterau, along the edge of the harbour. Tamaterau TutukakaThis page contains information about the walkways in and around Tutukaka, the diving and game-fishing centre of Northland. It is also the gateway to some stunning scenery that can be enjoyed from a number of short walks. Tutukaka WaimahangaThis page contains information about the Waimahanga walkway in Onerahi along a former railway route which passes through mangrove swamp and coastal margin on an easy grade.
Waimahanga Waipu Coastal WalkwayThis page contains information about the Waipu Coastal Walkway between Waipu Cove and Lang's Beach Waipu Coastal Walkway WhananakiThis page contains information about the Whananaki Coastal walkway and the Bougainville Memorial walkway, one of the longer coastal walks in the district. Whananaki Whangarei FallsThis page contains information about the tracks at Otuihau Whangarei Falls, including the link to Sands Road. Enjoy a relatively short walk at one of Whangarei's premier destinations, or a longer walk incorporating a second waterfall.
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