The day was very calm – the water was like a mirror, and there were also threatening grey clouds hanging overhead. The walking route is also great for cyclists, prams/buggies and dog walkers (on leash and off leash dog exercise areas).
| Walk time: | approx. 1 hour 40 mins |
| Distance: | about 8.7 kms |
| Start: | Wattle Farm Reserve |
| Track: | Mainly level paths, one set of steps (which can be avoided) |
| Difficulty: | Suitable for users of average fitness and mobility. Suitable for cyclists. |
| Buggies/Wheelchairs: | Suitable for cyclists, prams/buggies |
| Dog Friendly: | on leash and off leash dog exercise areas |
| Facilities: | Childrens playgrounds No cafe. Public Toilets may not be open due to vandalism issues (see image below). |
| Highlights: | Manukau Heads, Manukau Harbour, Wattle Farm Wetland Reserve, shore birds |
| FREE Map: | Download the FREE printable map with directions, of this walk |
There are many points of interest along the way, and friendly people to say hello to. We stopped and spoke to a resident whose house looked out towards Manukau Heads – he told us that they get to view amazing sunsets over the harbour.
There are wetlands and ponds active with shore birds – if you are a keen bird watcher be sure to take your binoculars.
The only thing missing in the area is a cafe.
The shared walkway/cycleway extends from Hadley Wood Drive to Aberdeen Crescent.
Suitable for Family cycling: Frangipani Ave to Bluewater place, 10km each way.
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