Pakuranga Rotary walkway and cycleway

The Pakuranga Rotary Walkway currently extends to Pigeon Mountain, along the Tamaki Estuary and Whakaaranga Creek.  It is a safe cycling, jogging and walking route. The walkway is paved and relatively flat, making it suitable for wheelchairs, pushchairs and a range of fitness levels. The walkway stretches over 5km with a return trip taking around 2 hours and 45 minutes.

 

Dogs are welcome along the walkway provided they are kept under control and do not disturb wildlife or other park users. Dogs are not permitted on sport fields or near children's playgrounds. 

We have put together 4 circular walks that take in part of the Rotary Walkway, for people who live or work nearby, and for people who enjoy exploring Auckland. 

1.    Pakuranga Loop - To see:  Estuary views, boats, wetlands, residential housing,  view of Mount Wellington, Pakuranga Mall. Time: approx. 40 minutes. (about 3.75 kms)

2.    Pakuranga Kentigern Loop - To see:  Views of Mount Wellington, water craft, residential homes. Time: approx. 45 minutes. (about 4.0 kms)

3.    Pakuranga Farm Cove Loop - To see: Tamaki Estuary, Mangroves, white volcanic pumice deposits, views of Mount Wellington and One Tree Hill, residential homes.
Time: approx. 60 minutes. (about 5 kms)

4.    Pigeon Mountain and the Wetlands - To see: Auckland City views, Rangitoto Island views, Volcano summit, wetlands, Pukeko bird habitat. Time: approx. 60 minutes. (about 4 kms) 

Stay on track…find the above walk’s map and directions guides and other walk self-guides at our Walk Store 

 

 

 

Pakuranga Rotary walkway and cycleway

The Pakuranga Rotary Walkway currently extends to Pigeon Mountain, along the Tamaki Estuary and Whakaaranga Creek.  It is a safe cycling, jogging and walking route. The walkway is paved and relatively flat, making it suitable for wheelchairs, pushchairs and a range of fitness levels. The walkway stretches over 5km with a return trip taking around 2 hours and 45 minutes.

 

Dogs are welcome along the walkway provided they are kept under control and do not disturb wildlife or other park users. Dogs are not permitted on sport fields or near children's playgrounds. 

We have put together 4 circular walks that take in part of the Rotary Walkway, for people who live or work nearby, and for people who enjoy exploring Auckland.

1.    Pakuranga Loop - To see:  Estuary views, boats, wetlands, residential housing,  view of Mount Wellington, Pakuranga Mall. Time: approx. 40 minutes. (about 3.75 kms)

2.    Pakuranga Kentigern Loop - To see:  Views of Mount Wellington, water craft, residential homes. Time: approx. 45 minutes. (about 4.0 kms)

3.    Pakuranga Farm Cove Loop - To see: Tamaki Estuary, Mangroves, white volcanic pumice deposits, views of Mount Wellington and One Tree Hill, residential homes.
Time: approx. 60 minutes. (about 5 kms)

4.    Pigeon Mountain and the Wetlands - To see: Auckland City views, Rangitoto Island views, Volcano summit, wetlands, Pukeko bird habitat. Time: approx. 60 minutes. (about 4 kms)

Stay on track…find the above walk’s map and directions guides and other walk self-guides at our Walk Store

 

 

Walk Ideas for April

Parnell is one of Auckland's many interesting villages, and we have a choice of walks to help you discover it's secrets:

1. Parnell Markets Walk

2. Hobson Bay and Parnell

3. Parnell: Roses, trains and cranes

4. Newmarket to Parnell Loop

 

Get more ideas at our website Short Walks in Auckland

Stay connected with us on Facebook- where I post photos from our walks to provide inspiration.

We would appreciate your feedback - either at our website or on our Facebook page. Share your thoughts and ideas with fellow walkers.

Have fun!

 

Helen Wenley

walksinauckland.com

Mini Adventures for Maximum Enjoyment

Keep up-to date with the latest complete walk list: http://walksinauckland.com/cart/

 

 

 

Discover Auckland's CBD with En Route

I thoroughly enjoyed the Auckland Arts Festival’s En Route event.

Experienced a few places that I had never entered.

And did things that I never dreamt of doing.

The music and musings were very entertaining.

Really worthwhile and fun to do! 5 stars.

Helen Wenley – Short Walks in Auckland

A fabulous experience - sights, sounds and feelings from the Auckland Arts Festival.

Experience Auckland like you have never done before! 

http://www.aucklandfestival.co.nz/events/en-route.aspx

Walking in Auckland's parks and reserves

One of our many criteria for helping you enjoy walking in Auckland, is to include as many parks and reserves into our circular walks.

Each green space is different – it may be on top of one of Auckland many volcanoes, or through urban native bush, or alongside the harbour...there are many choices.

We are very fortunate in Auckland that we do have so much green space.

Look at what is happening in New York!

Urban Parks are increasingly playing a vital role in the social, economic and physical well-being of America's cities and their residents.

Get a look inside NYC's premier open spaces by exploring legendary Central Park and the newly revitalized High Line.

Get your free guide: what to do and see in Auckland

5 new walks in Epsom/Mount Eden Auckland

The University of Auckland's Epsom Campus walks - assignment completed!

We have documented five new Short Walks in Auckland  brochures for you to download.

To find out more visit: University of Auckland walks – Epsom Campus

7 ideas for walks and picnics in December/January

December can be a very busy month for many of us.  Christmas and holidays to prepare for.  End of year events for work and school....

Sometimes life can become so hectic that we don’t take the time for a walk.

My suggestion is to make a walk part of a get-together with your friends and family. 

Take a picnic lunch, rugs, folding chairs and make the most of Auckland’s parks and reserves.

Here are seven ideas:

1. Tahuna Torea Reserve  

2. Cornwall Park

3. Dingle Dell

4. Henderson Opanuku Stream

5. Te Atatu Peninsula  

6. Auckland Botanic Gardens and Totara Park

7. http://walksinauckland.com/waiatarua-reserve-fun/

Get more ideas at our website Short Walks in Auckland

I wish you all a very Happy Holiday.

Stay connected with us on our Facebook page - where I post photos from our walks to provide inspiration.

We would appreciate your feedback - either at our website or on our Facebook page. Share your thoughts and ideas with fellow walkers.

Have fun!

Helen Wenley

Short Walks in Auckland - Mini Adventures for Maximum Enjoyment

Keep up-to date with the latest complete walk list.