Churchill Park Loop

5 km • 1 Hour • Easy • Churchill Park is one of a few walks in Auckland that does not have much shelter, so it was a great day to get into the park, with a pleasantly warm sun and no rain.

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The walk starts off going uphill and there are further gentle undulations – it fits the ‘fitness’ criteria!

There is some variety – big pine trees, distant city skyline views, a path following a stream (where the Nikau Palms were showing off their red berries), a few cattle taking up what shade they could find and then once out of the park the fabulous views over the harbour and estuary.

Quick facts about this walk

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Churchill Park, Glendowie Park and Roberta Reserve all have an off-leash dog exercise area and today there were dog owners taking advantage of the weather.

For children, there is an attractive playground area at the walk start and end point.

Roberta Reserve playground includes a series of exciting, safe play spaces for kids of all ages. For more adventurous youngsters, the park’s large colourful rope fort, eagle’s nest and swing basket are a real highlight.

Suggested Café: Meadow Glendowie at 3 Roberta Ave, Glendowie.

Photos from my walk along the Churchill Park Loop

Comments on Churchill Park Loop

Shirly

Doesn’t it just make you feel like putting on your shoes and go out there…?

Helen

Thanks for stopping by. It’s good to hear that this post gives you that feeling. Now all you have to do is …do it!

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Helen Wenley

This project began in 2011. My friend Grace was the walk creator – with her knowledge of Auckland, she could “see” circular routes, and then it was up to me to map out, photograph, research and document the routes. At first, I relied upon my voice recorder and Google maps but then with the advancement of technology, the smart phone became a best friend and I was able to track our route. The best fun was when we were both pleasantly surprised by what there was to see. Beautiful wetlands, views and bush kept us inspired to explore more.