Abbey Caves 71 Abbey Caves Road, Whangārei 0175 The loop walkway offers naturally sculptured limestone outcrops, and three significant caves, Organ, Middle and Ivy. It is a dog on-leash area only. Tagged as : , Nature, Reserve and Open Spaces
A H Reed Memorial Park AH Reed Memorial Park, Whareora Road, Whangārei 0112 A H Reed Memorial Park features a canopy walk through mature kauri trees, native bush and streams and a walk to a 23m high waterfall. Dogs are prohibited on this loop. Tagged as : , Nature, Parks & Gardens, Walks and Trails
Bream Head Scenic Reserve Urquarts Bay Road, Whangārei 0174 This coastal forest reserve is an area of significant ecological, historical and environmental importance. The main walking trail is at least 700-years-old and a shorter loop walk takes in a WW2 gun emplacement. Dogs are prohibited. Tagged as : , Coastal, Nature, Reserve and Open Spaces, Walks and Trails
Coronation Scenic Reserve (Western Hills) Selwyn Avenue, Whangārei 0110 Coronation Scenic Reserve has multiple walking tracks, with views over the city and remnants of two Māori pā sites. Dogs are prohibited. Tagged as : , Nature, Reserve and Open Spaces, Walks and Trails
Hātea River walkway Victoria Canopy Bridge, Whangārei 0110 Metalled walking tracks lead from Town Basin to Whangārei Falls, with tranquil native bush and picnic spots along the way. Dogs are allowed on leash only. Tagged as : , Nature, Parks & Gardens, Walks and Trails
Huitau Pā - Taiharuru Taiharuru Road, Whangārei 0192 A historical Māori pā site overlooking McGregor’s Bay at Taiharuru, on the coast east of Whangārei. Dogs are allowed on leash only. Tagged as : , Coastal, Nature, Walks and Trails
Manganese Point 238 Manganese Point Road, Tamaterau, Whangārei 0174 The short walk passes through some attractive native bush as it descends to a secluded beach and reserve area. Dogs are allowed on leash only, and prohibited from beach during summer. Tagged as : , Nature, Reserve and Open Spaces, Walks and Trails
Matakohe-Limestone Island Beach Road, Whangārei 0110 A conservation refuge for some of our rarest native animals, including kiwi chicks. The island was formerly a Māori pa, kumara growing site and limestone works. Dogs are prohibited. Tagged as : , Nature, Reserve and Open Spaces
Matapōuri / Whale Bay Whale Bay Walk Parking, 1070 Matapouri Road, Matapōuri 0173 The Matapōuri / Whale Bay walkway offers stunning coastal views connecting two of New Zealand's most beautiful beaches. Dogs are prohibited from walkway, Matapōuri estuary, upstream of both bridges, on conservation land at the northern end of Matapōuri beach and in Bush Reserves. Tagged as : , Coastal, Nature, Reserve and Open Spaces, Walks and Trails
Mount Aubrey Reotahi Road, Whangarei Heads, Whangārei 0174 The walkway at Mount Aubrey gives 360 degree views taking in Whangārei Harbour, Bream Head and Mount Manaia. Dogs are prohibited. Tagged as : , Nature, Reserve and Open Spaces, Walks and Trails
Mount Manaia Whangarei Heads Road, Whangārei 0174 A majestic, bush-covered maunga with a lookout that has stunning views of the entrance to Whangārei-Terenga-Parāoa (Whangārei Harbour). Dogs are prohibited. Tagged as : , Nature, Walks and Trails
Otuihau Whangārei Falls Ngunguru Road, Whangārei 0173 This 26.3 metre-high picturesque waterfall can be enjoyed from three viewing platforms and a circular walk. Dogs are allowed on leash, except A H Reed Memorial Park's main reserve. Tagged as : , Nature, Walks and Trails
Parihaka Memorial Drive, Parihaka 0112 The award-winning Parihaka Scenic Reserve includes walking tracks, mountain bike trails, and peaceful riverside picnic areas. A lookout at the summit offers panoramic views over the city and the harbour. Dogs are prohibited from most of the area. Tagged as : , Nature, Reserve and Open Spaces, Walks and Trails Temporary Closure : Drummond Track, which leads to the summit of Parihaka, has been temporarily closed due to slips. This page will be updated as new information becomes available.
Reotahi Stuart Road, Whangarei Heads, Whangārei 0174 The Reotahi walkway winds its way from MacLeod Bay along the edge of the Reotahi Marine Reserve to Little Munroe Bay, passing the concrete ruins of an old freezing works and taking in stunning coastal views. Dogs are prohibited. Tagged as : , Coastal, Nature, Reserve and Open Spaces, Walks and Trails
Tamaterau 644 Whangarei Heads Road, Tamaterau, Whangārei 0174 This short walk along a rocky pohutukawa-fringed coastal track offers majestic harbour views. Tagged as : , Coastal, Nature, Reserve and Open Spaces, Walks and Trails
Tutukaka 51A Rauhomaumau Road, Tutukaka, Whangārei 0173 A number of walkways and lookouts are available to enjoy the fantastic scenery. It also offer access to the diving and game-fishing centre of Northland. Dogs are allowed on leash only, including the greenspace. Tagged as : , Coastal, Nature, Walks and Trails
Waimahanga 25 Waimahanga Road, Onerahi, Whangārei 0110 The Waimahanga walkway in Onerahi follows a former railway route, bordering the harbour. Dogs are allowed on leash only. Tagged as : , Nature, Walks and Trails
Waipu Coastal Walkway 903 Cove Road Waipū, Waipu Cove 0582 Parking and Information available at both Waipū Cove and Waterman Drive access points. Please leave your dogs at home, this walkway crosses private land and native bush areas. Tagged as : , Coastal, Nature, Walks and Trails Temporary Closure : The Waipu Coastal Walkway is temporarily closed due to dangerous conditions.
Whananaki 81-89 Te Araroa Trail, Whananaki South Road, Hikurangi 0181 Fantastic coastal scenery along a fairly long walkway and a monument in the memory of Capitaine Bougainville. Dogs are prohibited in certain areas and allowed on leash in some areas. Tagged as : , Coastal, Nature, Walks and Trails
Portland Track Portland Wharf Road, Portland, Portland 0178 The walkway at Portland is a short walk of 20 minutes through mangroves on the southern side of Whangarei Harbour. Dogs are allowed on leash only. Tagged as : , Coastal, Easy walks, Walks and Trails Temporary Closure : The Titoki Creek Wetland walkway will be closed from November 2021 until September 2022, due to remedial works by Golden Bay Cement.