Guidebook for Auckland
Parks & Nature
A volcanic lake close to the ocean. There are little known walking tracks that wind along the lake shore - with the swans.
29 locals recommend
Lake Pupuke
A volcanic lake close to the ocean. There are little known walking tracks that wind along the lake shore - with the swans.
The walk around the rocks from Milford to Takapuna is a favourite Summer or Winter. See the remains of the petrified forrest from when Lake Pupuke blew, chat to locals, and stop for a coffee in Takapuna before heading back.
Thorne Bay
The walk around the rocks from Milford to Takapuna is a favourite Summer or Winter. See the remains of the petrified forrest from when Lake Pupuke blew, chat to locals, and stop for a coffee in Takapuna before heading back.
Essentials
PAK'nSAVE Wairau Road
30-60 Wairau RdVery quick 1km walk from the house
Shopping
Walk down to the markets is about 30 minutes and make sure you bring an appitite.
56 locals recommend
Takapuna Markets
17 Anzac StWalk down to the markets is about 30 minutes and make sure you bring an appitite.