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WAIHEKE ART WALKING TRAIL 7
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TRACK OVERVIEW Start this easy but picturesque walk as soon as you alight the ferry at Matiatia terminal on Waiheke Island. Stroll along the foreshore to the Atawhai Whenua bush reserve track. A trail of shady forest emerges 15-minutes later on the main road where you can then nip into Alison Park. Overlooking Blackpool valley, the fields are scattered with sculptures from bygone Sculpture on the Gulf exhibitions. Opposite Alison Park is the Artworks Centre, featuring Whittaker’s Musical Museum, the Waiheke Community Art Gallery, complete with its gorgeous gallery
shop, and arguably the island’s finest piece of architecture: the local library. Amble on to Oneroa village where you’ll find the Toi Gallery. The venue is owned by two artists and is brimming with dramatic installations and contemporary sculptures. Don’t miss the amazing Tivoli Art Gallery which is also a specialist bookstore. From here, drop down to Oneroa Beach and walk over the rocks to Little Oneroa Beach (low tide only). Check out John Freeman’s ancient kauri sculpture studio or sit and rest on the sand.
Although Waiheke Island is only a 40-minute ferry ride from the city, be warned, once there you may not want to leave! Stunning beaches, renowned wineries, top-quality restaurants, olive groves, cafés, boutique shopping, galleries, walking trails and even some historic sites to explore – it’s easy to understand its popularity.
A relaxed 3km family-friendly amble which offers plenty of stops at sandy bays, art spots and lookout points.
Where is it?
Dogs permitted but must be kept under control
The north-west coast of Waiheke Island. Accessed via a 40-minute ferry trip from downtown Auckland.
2hr one way; 3km
Terrain
Suitable for all fitness levels
A relaxed trail through natural bush, park and wetland using wellformed pathways. Some coastal and roadside walking is required, with mild inclines.
Easy walking
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