Centennial Park (inland from Campbells Bay on Auckland’s North Shore) is a very large reserve that contains a regenerating native forest. There are 8 named tracks (Walking Bus, Aberdeen, Mamaku, Kohekohe, Bayliss, Bayliss, Tui and Magnolia) and it pays to have a map with you so that you have an idea as to where you are. There is a nature trail with numbered plants and trees if you are inclined to learn about the bush. We learnt that “Mamaku” is a tall edible tree fern also known as a black tree fern. (You can download an Auckland Council map and brochure here to plan your own route.)
There is a picnic area near the car park. The nearest children’s playground and public toilets are at Kennedy Park (Castor Bay). And the nearest cafe is Little Salt (82 Beach Road).
Description: Bush tracks, some smooth, some rough. Suitable for most ages and levels of fitness and mobility, designed with flat shoes or running shoes in mind. Not suitable for pushchairs.
To see: Nature Trail, stream and regenerating bush.
Time: approx. 60 minutes (about 4.0 kms).
Parking: Avenue of Remembrance, off Beach Road, Campbells Bay. MAP
Stay on track…get your detailed guide and map brochure (AN-111 Centennial Park Loop) over at our Walks Store.
Hello,
Are dogs allowed in Cenntenial Park?
According to this website, yes. https://nz.yelp.com/biz/centennial-park-auckland
However you may wish to check with Auckland Council for confirmation.
Regards,
Helen
Hi, just wanted to check if the upgrade is finish.
Hi
I am not sure if this is complete or not. Perhaps the local body council office will know.
Thanks
Richard
HI. Dogs on lead in the bush tracks please to protect the stream and environment. The track upgrades are basically finished. Cheers
Richard – thanks so much for the update. I will make a point of visiting shortly and write an update. So important we all look after the environment in this wonderful city so we can all enjoy it.
Cheers
Richard