Otuihau Whangārei Falls loop A picturesque, short circular walk around the falls which leads to the base of the falls where there is picnic table and viewing area.
Hatea river walk Metalled tracks lead from Town Basin to Whangārei Falls, with tranquil native bush and picnic spots along the way.
Matakohe-Limestone Island A conservation area for rare native animals, including kiwi chicks. It was formerly a Māori pa, kumara growing site and limestone works.
Matapōuri / Whale Bay This walkway offers stunning coastal views connecting two of New Zealand's most beautiful beaches.
A H Reed Memorial Park AH Reed Memorial Park, Whareora Road, Whangārei 0112 It 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: , Park or reserve, Walks
Abbey Caves Reserve 71 Abbey Caves Road, Whangārei 0175 The loop walkway and reserve have naturally sculptured limestone outcrops. It is a dog on-leash area only. Tagged as: , Park or reserve, Walks Announcement : We are supporting the rāhui (restriction of access) that Ngāti Kahu o Torongare and Whangārei Hapū have placed. The reserve is open but the caves are closed until further notice. Please be considerate and stay out of the caves.
Bream Head Scenic Reserve Urquarts Bay Road, Whangārei 0174 Coastal forest reserve of ecological and historical importance. The main trail is 700-years-old. Shorter loop walk shows WW2 gun emplacement. Dogs prohibited. Tagged as: , Park or reserve, Walks Announcement : The boardwalk at Smugglers Bay is closed due to storm damage. Track access is still possible but do not use the closed boardwalk.
Coronation Scenic Reserve (Western Hills) Russell Rd, 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: , Park or reserve, Walks Temporary Closure : The Quarry Garden to the Frank Holman Track is closed due to damaged cause by Cyclone Gabrielle. All other tracks are open.
Huitau Pā, Taiharuru Huitau Pā, Taiharuru Road, Whangārei 0192 A historical Māori pā site and walkway overlooking McGregor’s Bay at Taiharuru, on the coast east of Whangārei. Dogs are allowed on leash only. Tagged as: , Park or reserve, Walks
Hātea Loop Shared Path – Huarahi o te Whai Reyburn House Lane, Whangārei 0110 A multi-use loop walk and cycleway at the Town Basin that passes a playground, sculptures, bridges, Camera Obscura, skatepark and the Pohe Island Bike Park. Dogs are allowed on leash. Tagged as: , Cycling, Park or reserve, Walks
Hātea River walkway Victoria Canopy Bridge, Riverside, 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: , Park or reserve, Walks
Kamo Shared Path From Farmer Street, Te Kamo to Central Business District, Whangārei 0110 Find out about the Kamo Shared Path, including distance, features and a map. Tagged as: , Cycling, Shared path, Walks
Mair Park Rurumoki Street, Regent, Regent 0112 It is close to the central city, has a playground and easy access to Hātea River walkway and Parihaka Scenic Reserve. It is an off-leash dog exercise area. Tagged as: , Park or reserve, Walks
Manganese Point walkway 238 Manganese Point Road, Tamaterau, Whangārei 0174 The short walk passes through native bush and descends to a beach and reserve area. Dogs allowed on leash only; prohibited from beach during summer. Tagged as: , Park or reserve, Walks