Lynette's Guide Book to Auckland's North Shore.
Parks, Beaches & Natural Reserves
Recommendations of beautiful Parks, Beaches and reserves on the North Shore via vehicle.
Make sure you wear comfortable shoes, sunhat and sunscreen. The North Shore has many wonderful walks with amazing views of the Hauraki Gulf. Or you can catch a ferry trip to visit islands such as Waiheke or Rangatoto.
One of the really great parks in Auckland--nice spacious grounds. Lots of picnic areas with shady trees. A beautiful white sandy beach with a wonderful children's playground. Lovely walks over cliff tops to enjoy outstanding views
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Long Bay Regional Park
Beach RoadOne of the really great parks in Auckland--nice spacious grounds. Lots of picnic areas with shady trees. A beautiful white sandy beach with a wonderful children's playground. Lovely walks over cliff tops to enjoy outstanding views
Shakespear Regional Park is located at the uppermost tip of Whangaparoa Peninsula – making it a perfect spot to get a glimpse of the Hauraki Gulf in its best possible light. If you’re keen to see a bit of native wildlife, the Tiri Tiri Track will be right up your alley. Birdwatchers, picnicking families and keen hikers all flock over to the regional park for a summer’s day trip. The Tiri Tiri Track is well-suited for all fitness levels: it’s only five kilometres (3.1-miles) long, and would usually take a couple of hours to complete.
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Shakespear Regional Park
1501 Whangaparaoa RdShakespear Regional Park is located at the uppermost tip of Whangaparoa Peninsula – making it a perfect spot to get a glimpse of the Hauraki Gulf in its best possible light. If you’re keen to see a bit of native wildlife, the Tiri Tiri Track will be right up your alley. Birdwatchers, picnicking families and keen hikers all flock over to the regional park for a summer’s day trip. The Tiri Tiri Track is well-suited for all fitness levels: it’s only five kilometres (3.1-miles) long, and would usually take a couple of hours to complete.
Waiake Beach
Browns Bay Strand
Manly EsplanadeTakapuna Beach is approximately 10kms from Beach Haven. There is a lovely park on the beach where you can sit under shady trees and the beach is lovely for walks and swimming.
Takapuna is a great place to shop with it's street shopping and Mall. There is an abundance of very popular restaurants and cafes to enjoy! A great place to spend the day!
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Takapuna Beach
Takapuna Beach is approximately 10kms from Beach Haven. There is a lovely park on the beach where you can sit under shady trees and the beach is lovely for walks and swimming.
Takapuna is a great place to shop with it's street shopping and Mall. There is an abundance of very popular restaurants and cafes to enjoy! A great place to spend the day!
Catch a Fuller's ferry from Devonport or Auckland City to Rangitoto Island.
Check out the Fullers Timetable for current timetable and fares:
https://www.fullers.co.nz/timetables-and-fares/
Rangitoto erupted from the sea approximately 600 years ago in a series of dramatic explosions. Two episodes 10 to 50 years apart are thought to have lasted for several years each. This makes Rangitoto the youngest island in the Hauraki Gulf – the last and largest volcano to be formed in the Auckland volcanic field. Exploring Rangitoto is a ‘must do’ day out for locals and tourists alike. A gentle climb through lava fields will lead you to the summit in approximately one hour. Allow extra time to explore the lava caves on the way back, or see the historic bach community near the wharf.
Take a packed lunch with you and water and enjoy a picnic on the peak while taking in the outstanding views of the Hauraki Gulf.
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Rangitoto Island Scenic Reserve
Catch a Fuller's ferry from Devonport or Auckland City to Rangitoto Island.
Check out the Fullers Timetable for current timetable and fares:
https://www.fullers.co.nz/timetables-and-fares/
Rangitoto erupted from the sea approximately 600 years ago in a series of dramatic explosions. Two episodes 10 to 50 years apart are thought to have lasted for several years each. This makes Rangitoto the youngest island in the Hauraki Gulf – the last and largest volcano to be formed in the Auckland volcanic field. Exploring Rangitoto is a ‘must do’ day out for locals and tourists alike. A gentle climb through lava fields will lead you to the summit in approximately one hour. Allow extra time to explore the lava caves on the way back, or see the historic bach community near the wharf.
Take a packed lunch with you and water and enjoy a picnic on the peak while taking in the outstanding views of the Hauraki Gulf.
Take a Fullers Ferry to Waiheke Island
https://www.fullers.co.nz/timetables-and-fares/
Beautiful beaches to explore and some amazing and famous wineries. Well worth staying a full weekend to enjoy the most of it.
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Waiheke Island
25 Karaka RdTake a Fullers Ferry to Waiheke Island
https://www.fullers.co.nz/timetables-and-fares/
Beautiful beaches to explore and some amazing and famous wineries. Well worth staying a full weekend to enjoy the most of it.
Food scene
Visit the Historical Riverhead Tavern (New Zealand's Oldest Riverside Tavern)
Overlooks the river, surrounded by 100 year old Oak Trees.
A La Carté Restaurant, pub and special event venue. A great place to relax.
An easy 30 minute drive through the pleasant countryside of Coatsville-Riverhead.
Corner of Queen & York Street, Riverhead
Or a unique ferry excursion following the route of the early settlers. Cruise up the Upper Harbour leaving central Auckland behind as you slide under the Auckland Harbour Bridge, cruise past the Chelsea Sugar Factory and leave Herald Island to port venturing up the sheltered waterways to the very top of the harbour. Following the path of the ancient Maori, you’ll arrive at the private dock of one of New Zealand’s Oldest Taverns that has been hosting travellers and locals with convivial hospitality for over 160 years.
Visit the following website for more details:
https://www.theriverheadexperience.co.nz/
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Riverhead
Visit the Historical Riverhead Tavern (New Zealand's Oldest Riverside Tavern)
Overlooks the river, surrounded by 100 year old Oak Trees.
A La Carté Restaurant, pub and special event venue. A great place to relax.
An easy 30 minute drive through the pleasant countryside of Coatsville-Riverhead.
Corner of Queen & York Street, Riverhead
Or a unique ferry excursion following the route of the early settlers. Cruise up the Upper Harbour leaving central Auckland behind as you slide under the Auckland Harbour Bridge, cruise past the Chelsea Sugar Factory and leave Herald Island to port venturing up the sheltered waterways to the very top of the harbour. Following the path of the ancient Maori, you’ll arrive at the private dock of one of New Zealand’s Oldest Taverns that has been hosting travellers and locals with convivial hospitality for over 160 years.
Visit the following website for more details:
https://www.theriverheadexperience.co.nz/