Botany to Cascades Loop Walk

It continues to amaze us how the distances between places seem shorter when we are out walking compared to driving.

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This loop walk in Auckland from Botany Town Centre and back via Cascades Road, was one that took us from an unfamiliar area to an area we had walked previously. When we start exploring a new area, we are never sure what we are going to find, and we found today’s walk very pleasant.

We made good use of reserve walkways and the suburban streets. And we had three delightful surprises.

Our first surprise was finding a book – a travelling book (from BookCrossing) left by someone to be picked up, read and released!

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The second surprise was stumbling upon an old farm cottage which has been converted into a cafe that is surrounded by modern suburban housing.

The grounds contain a tree that was planted in 1890. A hidden gem with a rural feel right in the middle of an urban wasteland with heaps of character and charm – Hawthorn Dene Historic Country Cafe.

The third surprise was an amazing and wonderful wood carving which you would not know was there if you were travelling by car.

The walking route is also great for cyclists, prams/buggies and dog walkers. Dogs – Off leash exercise areas within reserves and parks.

Photos from my walk along the Botany to Cascades Loop Walk

More of my walks in Botany, East Auckland

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.