Tawharanui Trundle

Greetings Everyone - Tawharanui Regional Park is one of the gems in the collection of Auckland parks. It is a predator free peninsula and is always great for a wander. It hosts some of our region's most beautiful white sand beaches, rolling pastures, shingled bays, native coastal forest and regenerating wetlands. And if we are lucky we may also have some close encounters with rarely seen native wildlife (birds).

Let's do a big loop, out to the end at Takatu Point, back along the southern side all the way to the lagoon, up and over the small hill to the beach on the northern side and back to the car park.

It will be an easy hike this week. Our highest point is just 91m, the tracks will be well formed, a gentle trundle compared to my last two hikes. Length 14-16km. We'll be sticking to the tracks as the tides are not favourable for a coastal route.

On our drive back to Auckland we will stop in at the Matakana Village Pub for some well deserved refreshments.

Duration: About 5 hours hike including stops.
Distance: Approx 14-16 km.
Difficulty: 2.5 on our 1-5 scale for day hikes.
Low tide: N/A
What the Grade means

Toilets: At the car park

● Cost: $10 for New World Car Poolers

● PLEASE: No smoking, animals, children or guests.

● Post Hike Gathering (Optional): After our adventure, you're welcome to join us for some well deserved relaxation and camaraderie at the Matakana Village Pub in Matakana.

● First Timers & Regulars:
Welcome first timers to Auckland Global Trekkers, we look forward to meeting you. We ask everyone to bring a gold coin donation to help pay for the website and more safety equipment for the group, or donate online. Bank Account is: 12-3430-0791504-00 - Many thanks

● Important Notes:
Care must be taken walking. Make sure you have the appropriate footwear for hiking.

● Health and Safety Information:
All Auckland Global Trekkers organisers work on a strictly voluntary basis and hold NO responsibility or liability for any injury, or loss suffered during the events organised. Each person who participates accepts responsibility for making their own determinations and for their own safety, conduct and well being; recognising that there are hazards in attending group and outdoor activities and agrees to participate solely at their own risk.

● Preparation is the key to having a good day:

• Check the weather
• Do you have the correct clothing and shoes?
• Bring food for your lunch
• Do you know where the meeting places are?

● Meeting Places:

• New World Victoria Park - Scotland Street
• Tawharanui - the main carpark at the far end of Takatu Rd
• Matakana Village Pub - 11 Matakana Valley Road, Matakana

● Carpooling:

• Carpooling will be arranged for everyone meeting at New World.
• Just ANSWER the RSVP question.

● Time Guideline: Times are Approx.
8:30 - Good time to arrive at New World
8:45 - Car pooling organised and leave
10:00 - All arrive at hike start
10:15 - Introductions and start the walk
12:30 - Lunch at a view point
15:00 - Hiking finish
15:15 - Matakana Village Pub
17:30 - Arrive back at New World

● Maps and More Information:
Driving Instructions

● Bring:

• Suitable clothing for the conditions
• Food for lunch
• Shoes suitable for a rough muddy track
• Sun and emergency rain protection
• First-aid items

● Additional Notes:

• Safety and togetherness are our priorities. We will make stops at all track junctions to ensure the group stays together.
• Punctuality is key, and we will depart on time, so please be prompt.

We can't wait to explore the great outdoors with you this weekend.