On a sunny day, St Heliers village has a holiday feel about it – with the harbour water sparkling, the golden sand and people enjoying the waterfront. It is contrasted with the quietness of the native bush in Dingle Dell.

bush and plants and walkpath

Quick facts about this walk

Walk time: approx. 1 hour
Distance: about 5.38km
Parking: Along Tamaki Drive, St Heliers (note Parking Time Zones)
Buses: Tamaki Drive, St Heliers
Track: A mix of level paths, gradual inclines and bush tracks.
Difficulty: Suitable for users of average fitness and mobility. May require boots in wet weather, running shoes suitable in dry weather.
Buggies/Wheelchairs: Not wheel-friendly.
Dog Friendly: Dog friendly walk with an off-leash exercise area
Facilities: Children's Playground, picnic area, Cafe
Highlights: Sea/harbour views, beach, residential homes, native bush, views of Mt Victoria and North head.
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This is a dog friendly walk with an off-leash exercise area. There is a children’s playground at the corner of Maddills Farm and Allum Street.  Plus a picnic area in Dingle Dell Reserve. And a good choice of cafes along the Tamaki Drive waterfront.

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Photos from my walk along the Dingle Dell and St Heliers Circuit

Comments on Dingle Dell and St Heliers Circuit

Sarah

This is a lovely spot (Dingle Dell) I’ve done a wedding here and it was just beautiful. These walks are all great and show that in Auckland we can get out and do something different – for walking or your wedding. Thanks for posting this. Saturday there is Opera in Dingle Dell too. Looking forward to it.
Sarah

Helen

Thank you for your comment Sarah. Dingle Dell would be a wonderful venue for a wedding – and for this Saturday’s Opera too. Helen

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