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Takarunga / Mount Victoria
Posted inAttractions Auckland Blog Hiking North Island Northshore Scenic Views Walking Trails

Takarunga / Mount Victoria

Discover Takarunga / Mount Victoria - Devonport’s highest North Shore volcano with Māori pā terraces, WWII forts, 360° harbour views, and urban escape. 🌿🌊
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Devonport Waterfront Path
Posted inAttractions Auckland Blog North Island Northshore Town Walking Trails

Devonport Waterfront Path

Wander the Devonport Waterfront Path - 2 km of harbour views, heritage landmarks, cafes, playgrounds & coastal charm. Perfect for families & explorers
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Maungauika / North Head Path
Posted inAttractions Auckland Blog North Island Northshore Scenic Views Scenic Walks Town Walking Trails

Maungauika / North Head Path

Explore Maungauika / North Head Path - an 87 kya volcanic cone with rich Māori heritage, military tunnels, disappearing guns & sweeping harbour views. 🌊🌄
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Posted inAttractions Auckland Blog North Island Town Walking Trails

Ōtāhuhu / Mount Richmond Path

Explore the 1.6 km Ōtāhuhu / Mount Richmond Path - easy loop, harbour views & volcanic heritage. Leash‑friendly, playground stops & Māori history abound. 🌿
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Maungarei Springs Wetland
Posted inAttractions Auckland Auckland City Blog Nature Lovers North Island Town Walking Trails

Maungarei Springs Wetland

Explore Maungarei Springs Wetland - Auckland’s restored quarry wetland with boardwalks, native birds, and volcanic heritage. Perfect family escape. 🌾✨
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Maungarei
Posted inAttractions Auckland Auckland City Blog North Island Scenic Views Walking Trails

Maungarei / Mt Wellington Path

Maungarei / Mt Wellington Path: Auckland's Volcanic Adventure 🌋🌿Rising proudly over Auckland's suburban landscape, Maungarei / Mt Wellington is a dormant volcanic cone that offers stunning views, rich history, and…
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Karamatura Falls
Posted inAttractions Auckland Blog Bush Walks Hiking North Island Waitakere city Walking Trails

Karamatura Falls

Discover Karamatura Falls in the Waitākere Ranges —15m of cascading beauty, native bush, and refreshing swim holes. A must-visit for nature lovers. 🌊🍃
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Donald McLean Falls
Posted inAttractions Auckland Blog Hiking Lookouts North Island Scenic Views Waitakere city Walking Trails

Donald Mclean Lookout

Donald Mclean Lookout: A Panoramic View of Untouched Beauty 🌄🌿Perched high above the stunning Awhitu Peninsula, the Donald Mclean Lookout offers one of the most breathtaking panoramic views in the…
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Karekare Falls
Posted inAttractions Auckland Blog Hiking North Island Waitakere city Walking Trails

Karekare Falls

Discover Karekare Falls, a 30m waterfall in Auckland's Waitākere Ranges. Enjoy a short walk, picnic spots, and a tranquil plunge pool.
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Wentworth Valley
Posted inAttractions Blog Bush Walks Hiking Thames Coromandel Walking Trails

Wentworth Valley

Discover the Wentworth Valley on Coromandel Peninsula — an easy 6km trail with stunning waterfalls, historic mines & refreshing river swims. Perfect for families!
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Hinerangi Pou
Posted inAttractions Auckland Blog Hiking North Island Waitakere city Walking Trails

Hinerangi Pou

Discover Hinerangi Pou at Mercer Bay —an emotional carving honoring a chiefly woman’s love and legacy on Waitākere cliffs. 🌿💔
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Kitekite Falls
Posted inAttractions Auckland Blog Waitakere city Walking Trails

Kitekite Falls

Discover Kitekite Falls Walk - an easy 2.7 km loop in Piha’s Waitākere Ranges with 40 m cascades, swimming holes & lush native forest. 🌿💧
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Te Ara Hura walk
Posted inAttractions Blog Country Hiking Waiheke Is Walking Trails

Te Ara Hura

Te Ara Hura: Waiheke Island’s Epic Walking Trail 🥾🌿 Te Ara Hura is the ultimate adventure for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, offering an incredible way to explore the stunning…
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Mount Eden
Posted inAttractions Auckland Auckland City Blog North Island Scenic Views Walking Trails

Mount Eden

Climb Maungawhau / Mount Eden - Auckland’s highest volcano—for 360° skyline & harbour views, Māori heritage, crater rim walks, and village vibes. 🥾✨
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Matiatia Bay Coastal Walk
Posted inAttractions Auckland Blog Hiking Nature Lovers North Island Waiheke Is Walking Trails

Matiatia Bay Coastal Walk

Matiatia Bay Coastal Walk: A Scenic Escape on Waiheke Island 🌊🌿If you're looking for a perfect combination of stunning coastal views, native bush, and a dash of history, the Matiatia…
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Auckland Regional Botanic Gardens
Posted inAttractions Auckland Auckland City Blog Nature Lovers Town Walking Trails

Auckland Regional Botanic Gardens

Auckland Regional Botanic Gardens: A Nature Lover's Paradise 🌿🌸.If you’re craving a lush, green escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, the Auckland Botanic Gardens offers the perfect…
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Waro walkway
Posted inAttractions Blog Country Northland Walking Trails Whangarei

Waro Limestone Scenic Reserve and Walkway

Waro Limestone Scenic Reserve and Walkway: A Natural Wonderland in WhangareiIf you're on the hunt for an off-the-beaten-path gem in Northland, the Waro Limestone Scenic Reserve should definitely be on…
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Waoku Coach Road Walk
Posted inAttractions Blog Country Hiking Kaipara Northland Walking Trails

Waoku Coach Road walk

Waoku Coach Road Walk: A Journey Through Time and WildernessTucked away in Northland, the Waoku Coach Road Walk offers a unique combination of history, nature, and adventure. This trail takes…
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Waipoua Forest Lookout
Posted inAttractions Blog Hiking Kaipara Lookouts Northland Scenic Views Walking Trails

Waipoua Forest Lookout

limb Waipoua Forest Lookout - scenic 300m vantage over ancient kauri forest, rare birdlife & conservation stories. Pure Northland magic! 🌳🌿
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Pahi Beach
Posted inAttractions Beaches & Bays Blog Hiking Kaipara Kayaking Northland Snorkelling Surfing Swimming Walking Trails

Pahi Beach

Pahi Beach: A Tranquil Escape in NorthlandPahi Beach, a charming and laid-back spot tucked away on the Kaipara Harbour, is the perfect retreat for those seeking peace and natural beauty.…
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Treaty House Reserve
Posted inAttractions Bay of Islands Blog Far North North Island Northland Scenic Views Walking Trails

Treaty House Reserve

Explore Treaty House Reserve at Waitangi—the birthplace of New Zealand, with the 1840 house, carved whare rūnanga, waka, Cenotaph & rich cultural tours.
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Rainbow Falls
Posted inAttractions Blog Northland Walking Trails

Rainbow Falls

Discover Rainbow Falls, Kerikeri’s 27 m basalt plunge in lush native bush—easy walk, scenic swim pool, rainbow mist & heritage river trails nearby.
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Mangonui Bluff Walk
Posted inAttractions Blog Country Lookouts Northland Walking Trails

Mangonui Bluff Walk

Mangonui Bluff Walk: A Coastal Adventure with Majestic ViewsFor those who crave an adventurous hike with rewarding views, the Mangonui Bluff Walk in Northland is a must-do. This track, located…
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Mahinepua Peninsula Track
Posted inAttractions Blog Country Hiking Northland Walking Trails

Mahinepua Peninsula Track

Mahinepua Peninsula Track: A Coastal Gem in NorthlandThe Mahinepua Peninsula Track is a coastal trail that offers an idyllic escape into the stunning scenery of Northland, New Zealand. This track…
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Posted inAttractions Bird Watching Blog Bush Walks Nature Walks Scenic Views Town

Hawes Bush, Waharoa2

Hawes Bush, Waharoa: A Hidden Nature RetreatHawes Bush in Waharoa is a hidden gem that offers a peaceful retreat into nature. This lush, native forest remnant is a perfect spot…
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Holmwood Park Walk
Posted inAttractions Blog Matamata Piako Morrinsville Town Walking Trails

Holmwood Park Walk

Holmwood Park Walk, Morrinsville: A Journey to a Peaceful EscapeHolmwood Park Walk in Morrinsville is a hidden gem that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday…
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Broken Hills Recreation Area
Posted inAttractions Blog Bush Walks Country Hiking Walking Trails

Broken Hills Recreation Area

Explore Broken Hills Recreation Area — historic gold‑mining ruins, river‑edge campsites & a maze of bush tracks with tunnels, glow‑worms & birdlife in Coromandel Forest Park.
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Centennial Drive
Posted inAttractions Bird Watching Matamata Matamata Piako Nature Lovers Nature Walks Town Walking Trails

Centennial Drive

Wander Centennial Drive Reserve, Matamata’s picturesque centenary garden drive—1 km of benches, blossom, tree collections & picnic spots.
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Wharekirauponga Track
Posted inBird Watching Blog Country Hiking Walking Trails

Wharekirauponga Track

Hike Wharekirauponga Track - 10–12 km historic tramway loop in Coromandel with goldmine tunnels, suspension bridge, waterfalls & lush kahikatea forest.
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Hakarimata Rail Trail
Posted inBlog Country Hiking North Island Walking Trails

Waterworks Track

Explore the Waterworks Track in Hakarimata Scenic Reserve—easy 1 km track along Mangarata Stream to a 1922 dam, waterfall surprises & glowworm-glistened forest.
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