Fabulous Northern Reserves Exploration Walk
13:30 - 16:00 • Friday 20th March 2026 • 2620e

$10

  • 6

    Grade

  • 5 km

    Distance

  • One

    Way

  • 2 hrs 30 mins

    Duration

You have 6 remaining ticket(s) for this year's festival.
Start
Top of McKenzie Reserve, Great Barrier Rd/Coromandel Rd entrance
Finish
Newton Reserve, Newton Rd, Oneroa
Overview
This inspiring walk from McKenzie Reserve to Newton Reserve explores and celebrates all of the amazing regeneration and reforestation work being done by passionate conservation groups and private landowners.

Join us as we take you on this journey through the diverse environments of Waiheke’s northern beaches, wetlands and coastal cliffs. Meet some dedicated conservation ambassadors along the way, including , Niki Schuck, Chair of the McKenzie Reserve, Tim Feather from Friends of Te Aroha and Jules Pattison from Friends of the Newton Reserve.

Limited parking, catching the #502 bus is advised to Pope’s Corner bus-stop (meet at the Great Barrier Rd entrance).

This walk is graded 6 out of 10. This means the route can include unformed tracks, possibly narrow or muddy stretches and steep sections. Please choose walks you are comfortable with and if you are booking for others, check with them too. Thanks. 

Please arrive well-hydrated and bring a large bottle of water to drink en-route. Dehydration can seriously impact your health and enjoyment, particularly in hot and sunny conditions.

$10 walks:
All low-cost walks priced at $10 are strictly non-refundable. Please ensure your availability before booking, as no exceptions will be made. 

Walk Features
  • One

    Way

    Walk

  • Stairs

  • Self

    Drive

  • Public

    Bus

  • Parking

    Available

  • No

    Dogs

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We couldn’t run this festival without the support of our Sponsors, Funders and Supporters. The Waiheke Walking Festival would like to thank all of our sponsors and funders. Please support our supporters to show your thanks too.

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