Wainui Reserve Bush Park Raglan
Everything you need to walk Wainui Reserve near Raglan, which tracks to take, how to get to the beach, where to park, and whether you can bring the dog.
Everything you need to walk Wainui Reserve near Raglan, which tracks to take, how to get to the beach, where to park, and whether you can bring the dog.
Everything you need to walk the Ngarunui Track near Raglan: where to park, what the track is like, where it comes out, and what to do if the car park is full.
Everything you need to walk the Kaitoke Walkway in Raglan: which end to start from, when to go for the best views, and whether you can bring the dog.
Walk the historic Arapuni Suspension Bridge, 152m long and 54m above the Waikato River. Free entry, 15 minutes return, steep steps, great gorge views. Built in 1925.
Jim Barnett Reserve near Putaruru, 13 tracks through native bush, 45 minutes, easy walking. 1000-year-old totara tree, basic camping on site, 20km from Putaruru.
Boat access only, no marked tracks, just stunning beaches and a working farm. Complete guide to walking Great Mercury Island with photos.
You’ll love this easy lakeside walk around Hamilton Lake – perfect for a quick nature break in the city. Get all the details on distance, parking spots, and what to see along the way.
5.7 km return • 1 hours 40 mins • Easy/Medium • Cathedral Cove – a jaw-dropping beach walk with sea caves, epic views & surprises around every bend. Don’t miss this coastal wonder!
Discover the beauty of Lake Te Koo Utu in Cambridge! Learn everything from the best time to visit to top photography tips for smartphone users. Perfect for families and dog lovers.
Explore the Ruakuri Reserve Walk in Waitomo – an easy, stunning underground journey with caves, glowworms, and lush native bush. Perfect for families!
Fancy a peaceful stroll in Hamilton? Taitua Arboretum has beautiful trails, lush greenery, and a chill vibe away from the city’s hustle. Here’s all you need to know!
Experience the thrill of the Ruapane Lookout walk near Hamilton! Discover quick facts, scenery, history, and essential tips in our comprehensive guide.
Ready for a unique underground adventure? Discover the Kaniwhaniwha Caves Walk in Hamilton – a fun, family-friendly walk with epic caves to explore.
Fancy a stroll on Mt Pirongia? The Mangakara Nature Walk is perfect for families, bird lovers, and casual walkers. Discover it all in our guide!
4.7km walk to one of NZ’s clearest water sources near Putaruru. Both entrances now open after 2025 upgrade. Parking tips, swimming rules, short walk option from Leslie Road covered.
Hamilton Gardens’ stunning themed walks! Free entry, lots to see, and perfect for families.
Check out Waiau Falls Walk! An easy, scenic stroll to stunning waterfalls, perfect for families and nature lovers. Get all the juicy details here!
Discover the Marokopa Falls Walk: a must-visit for nature lovers! Get all the details on location, difficulty, facilities, and insider tips. Perfect for families and adventurers.
Check out Owharoa Falls in Karangahake Gorge – perfect for a family outing with easy walks, gorgeous scenery, and a cool swim spot. Find out more here!
Walk from central Taupo to Huka Falls along the Waikato River, dip in a free thermal creek at Otumuheke Stream, and see the falls from several lookouts.
Exact dam release times for every season, which of the three lookouts is best for photos, where to park, and how early to arrive. I’ve walked it myself.
Everything you need before you go: how long to the bottom, how many steps, whether you can swim, where to park, and why you can’t bring the dog.
As much as I enjoy going for walks in Auckland, it is also refreshing to head out of town.
Everything you need to walk the Raglan 3 Bridges Loop — full route in the free map download, where to start, what to expect on the way, and whether you can bring the dog.
2.80 km • 1 Hour 15 Minutes to the top • Medium • The hike to the top of Mt Tauhara Summit is worth every step as you take in the breathtaking scenery that stretches from Lake Taupo all way down into central NZ.
Walk or bike the Kawakawa Bay Track from Kinlock up and over the hill down into Kawakawa Bay, 20 km drive from Taupo. Also part of the Great Lake Trail.
Everything you need to walk the Raglan Cliff Top to Beach Loop: where to start, the tide warning, what to look for on the beach, and how to use the bus to shorten it.
5 kms • 3-5 hours return • Medium to hard walk, but well worth it for the stunning views over the Waikato from the top of the waterfall. Wairere Falls are near Matamata.
14 kms • 2 Hours • Very Easy
26 kms • 2 Hours 15 Minutes • Very Easy
6 km • 2.5 to 3 hours • Medium to hard. Our Pinnacles walk took us all day, hiking to the Pinnacles lookout summit past the very cool Pinnacles hut.
Short steep track down to one of Coromandel’s most secluded beaches. Parking, directions, Shakespeare Cliff lookout, dogs on leash, no toilets. Everything you need.
Te Pare Point walk guide: two starting options, parking reality, tide tips, pa site history and what you’ll actually see from the top. 15 mins from Hahei Beach.
21 kms • 2 Hours • Easy