G-O Hike: Kuataika Track, Anawhata

Hello fellow Get‑Outsiders!

Come join us to explore the newly reopened Kuataika Track in Anawhata this August!

## Overview

A challenging but beautiful Saturday hike to get outside and enjoy nature! You can expect some great views, but there is a lot of climbing and steps to reach them so good fitness is needed for this one.

## Plan

• Meet: New World New Lynn at 08.30am or at Kuataika Track parking area at 09.30am • Difficulty Moderate-hard - multiple long, steep sections, involving many stairs • Duration: Around 3-3.5 hours walking + breaks • Route: The track starts by crossing farm land, before heading down through the bush to a stream, and then climbing a ridge to a suspension bridge. After the bridge there is a steep climb with lots of stairs to another ridge and the trig point where we will stop for a snack/early lunch. We will then return to the car park via the same route. Depending on time and energy levels there are a few other tracks nearby that we can explore. • Finish: Back at the cars by just around 1:00 PM, those returning to New World can expect to be back by 2.00 PM • Parking and access: Parking is limited to around 15 cars so car pooling is strongly encouraged and we will be sticking to a lower than usual attendance limit. Access is 11 km down a narrow and winding gravel road so please allow extra time to get there safely • Toilets: There is no public toilets at the start point or along the track - closest toilets are 10 minutes drive down the road from the car park at the Anawhata Beach carpark.

## What to Bring

• Hiking shoes or boots are strongly recommended for this one, if not comfortable walking shoes with good grip will be needed • Plenty of water • A snack or light lunch • Warm layers — it’s mid‑winter • Rain jacket • Optional: walking poles, hat, camera

## Weather

We hike regardless of the weather unless conditions are unsafe (e.g., cyclones or earthquakes). I’ll check the forecast the day before and update everyone if needed.

## Safety

• This is a free, volunteer social walk • You are responsible for your own safety and wellbeing • Please stay on the track and walk within your comfort level • If you feel unwell or need to turn back, that’s always okay

## Accessibility

• Multiple steep sections with many stairs • Some uneven ground and roots • One short section of clambering up to the trig point • Track can be slippery and muddy

## Transport

• Parking is limited to approximately 15 cars, so car pooling is strongly encouraged and we will be sticking to a lower than usual attendance limit. • Access is 11 km down a narrow and winding gravel road so please allow extra time to get there safely.

## Questions?

Just message in the group — happy to help.

## RSVP

• RSVP to this event: Please RSVP “Yes” only if you genuinely intend to come. If your plans change, update your RSVP as soon as possible so others can join. Late cancellations (within 24 hours) or no‑shows may be recorded as such and removed from the group.

Hope to see you there! Happy times everyone! :)

## SAFETY NOTICE

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***If you are uncomfortable with assuming this risk, please do not RSVP.***

Thank you for understanding. — The Get Outside – Auckland team.