Mahurangi Farm-Forestry Trail
Join me on the Mahurangi Farm-Forestry Trail! Easy 6km walk with kids, regenerating tōtara, waterfall discovery, and summer blackberries.
Join me on the Mahurangi Farm-Forestry Trail! Easy 6km walk with kids, regenerating tōtara, waterfall discovery, and summer blackberries.
An easy 1.3km bush loop walk in Warkworth with native trees, historic lime kilns, and birdsong. Great for families, 20 mins round trip.
5.14 km • 60 Minutes • Easy with a few steps • One of my “most-walked” walks in Auckland is the loop of Cornwall Park and One Tree Hill.
A tranquil bush walk in Auckland’s Birkenhead with ancient kauri, palms, and lush forest. Short, peaceful, and packed with native plant life.
This gorgeous 4km coastal walk through mangroves feels like stepping into a nature documentary. Easy family track with amazing birds, plus you can catch the ferry there!
14 short walks you can do right from the cruise ship dock in downtown Auckland right next to Britomart Transport hub.
9.3 km return • 2 hours 25 mins • Easy • Explore the scenic Puhoi Lookout Track, a walk offering panoramic views of historic Puhoi village. Visit the Puhoi Pub for lunch after!
4.8 km return • 1 hour 35 mins • Medium • Walk up to Stony Batter’s secret WWII gun bunkers on Waiheke Island. Bit of a climb to start, but those views are worth it! Awesome walk with some cool military history.
2.4 km loop • 40 mins • Easy • This is a very easy walk close to Auckland city, enjoy the beach at Pt Chev.
Discover the thrill of the Suspension Bridge Loop in Hunua Ranges! Perfect for a weekend adventure, with stunning views and fascinating history.
Everything you need for Church Bay Circuit: exact route, where to start, which fork to take, best swim spots, muddy sections to avoid. I’ve done it.
Onetangi to Man O’ War Bay walk: Exact route, all public land (no permission needed), how to get back, Eastern Explorer booking, creek crossing tips.
Discover the Te Toki Reserve Loop on Waiheke Island – a family-friendly walk with stunning scenery, easy trails, and fascinating history. Perfect for a day out!
Explore the Park Point Headland Loop Walk on Waiheke Island – stunning views, diverse terrain, and rich history. Perfect for families, dog-friendly, and easy to access!
Wander the Whakanewha Loop on Waiheke Island! Enjoy epic views, lush forests, and coastal vibes. Perfect for family fun or a chill solo walk.
Wow, I was blown away with Tiritiri Matangi Island. It’s so beautiful, super clear water and tons of bird life and native trees. You have to visit.
Explore the Mercer Bay Loop Track in Piha! Get the scoop on the stunning views, track details, history, parking info, and more. Don’t miss out!
Check out the Montana Heritage Trail at Cascade Kauri Park in Auckland. Nature, history, and stunning views all in one hike. Perfect for adventure seekers!
Ready to explore Smith’s Bush Walk in Northcote? Get all the deets you need for a fab outing in our fun and handy guide.
Get all the tips for the Fairy Falls Walk in Auckland. From track details to local secrets, we’ve got you covered for an epic adventure!
Check out Karekare Falls! We’ve got all the deets on what to see, how to get there, and tips for making the most of your visit.
Dive into Kitekite Falls Walk, a fun adventure in Auckland! All you need to know about this top walk, from parking and best times to visit to insider tips.
8 km • 2 hours • Easy. According to my GPS, the Devonport to Takapuna Green Route walk is 8km and will take you around 2 hours, allowing for photo taking. © Freewalks.nz
One of my favorite walks in Auckland is North Head and Devonport. There are many things to do and see in Devonport Village and the views from North Head are magnificent.
Explore Whangarei Falls Walk! Get the lowdown on what to see, history, parking tips, and more. Perfect for a family day out or a solo adventure.
6.2 km loop • 1 hour 30 mins • Easy • Explore the scenic Brick Bay Sandspit Loop Walk with views, Tui-filled bush, and beach walking. Perfect at low-tide with picnic spots along the way.
7.50 kms • 1.25 Hours • Easy • Excellent short walk in Auckland on the North Shore. Great views from North Head.
2.5 km loop • 35 mins • Easy • A short native bush loop in Auckland’s North Shore with tree canopy views, kōtare sightings, and boardwalks. Ideal for families and dog walkers.
Winter is perhaps not the best time to do this bush walk starting at the Chelsea Estate Heritage Park – the track was very muddy and slippery – but we survived, and it was fun!
1.9 km Loop • 40 minutes • medium • Feed the cute donkeys then walk down to Algies Bay to complete the loop back to the carpark.
2.4 km • 1 hour 10 mins loop • Easy • Located at Mansion House Bay on Kawau Island, it’s a great walk to see the old Coppermine.
1.9 km return • 48 mins • Easy • Excellent short walk from Moturekareka Island to Motutara Island on Kawau Island
3.4 km in a loop • 1 hour • Easy • Excellent short walk to the North Tower Lookout on Rotoroa Island. One of two walks on the island
2.7 km in a loop • 1 hour • Easy • Excellent short walk to the stunning sculpture on Rotoroa Island. One of two walks on the island.
Walk straight off the Waiheke ferry – no car needed. My guide covers exact route, tide times for coastal sections, Island Bay swim spot, those steep steps.
1.2 km • 30 minutes loop • Medium • There is a bit of a steep uphill climb to Tungutu lookout but well worth the effort.
1.9 km • 30 minutes return • Easy • Located at Mansion House Bay this is a short walk out to the point and back.
2.3 km • 45 mins loop • medium • Located at Port Fitzroy it’s a short walk to the start of Warren’s Waterfall Walk.
2.6 km • 1 hour return • uphill all the way •
Old Lady Lookout at Port Fitzroy is worth the hike for the amazing views.
Complete walking guide to Long Bay Regional Park’s tracks – from easy 15-minute nature loops to epic 4-hour coastal walks. Includes beach access, facilities & insider tips.
5.80 kms • 2.5 Hours • Medium • Make a day of your time at Long Bay Reserve and complete the Coastal Track. This is pleasant and spectacular.
Recently a friend enquired about doing walks in Auckland with young children who like to ride bikes and scooters.
There are many outdoor activities and things to do in Auckland, and I would like to share with you one thing that won’t cost you too much money and won’t take up too much of your time – and thats by going on one our short walks in Auckland!
If you have been out walking around Auckland with your family as you have been growing up, being set free to go walking on your own will seem natural.
Winter in Auckland can be very wet and sometimes very cold. So to lift your spirits we have listed suggested walks where you can enjoy the signs of spring in Auckland.
December is a beautiful time of year to get out walking when hopefully the weather starts becoming more stable and before it gets too hot.
“Explore the Shore” is a series of three books each containing 10 main walks and compiled by Margaret Scrymgeour. The walks cover a large area of Auckland’s North Shore.
Grab your rain jacket, hat and gloves and head outside to warm up with a winter walk! Even though the weather may not appeal, walking will awaken your senses.