Henderson Opanuku Stream Circuit

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The Henderson Opanuku Stream walk comes under Project Twin Streams. A great deal of progress has been made. It is a very pleasant short bush walk among the native trees – two giant kauris and many macrocarpas, and the sound of birds. 
This is a dog friendly walk with an off-leash area. And a mostly flat walk.

More work needs to be done on making sign posting clear to encourage more people to get out and discover what a beautiful area it is. The area would also benefit from BBQ areas and children’s playgrounds to encourage more families to enjoy the outdoors.

The walking route is also suitable for prams/buggies and dog walkers (on leash only).

This is another walk that you can get to by rail and make it a day outing as Henderson Railway Station is close by. You may like to pack a picnic or take advantage of the Henderson Cafes.

Description: Mostly level paths. Suitable for users of average fitness and mobility. May require boots in wet weather, running shoes suitable in dry weather.
To see: Trees and fauna, stream, parks.
Time: approx. 75 minutes. (about 5.2 kms)
Start: Opanuku Reserve off Henderson Valley Road MAP

Stay on track…get your detailed guide and map (AW-029 Henderson Opanuku Stream Circuit) over at our Walks Store  and our Book Store (one of 12 walks featured in our books “Urban Bush” and “Best of the West“).

4 thoughts on “Henderson Opanuku Stream Circuit”

  1. Recently walked this on the Sport Waitakere walkit series Thursday 1st March 2012 using your GS029 map as a guide. Number 8 in the guide states 8. Turn right > onto cycleway. This should read “Turn left”… Also numbers 5 and 6 should be reversed as Shona Place comes before Border Rd. Thanks.

  2. Thank you very much for your feedback Lyn – much appreciated. Yes I did get my left and right confused! All fixed now. Also I have made the Border Road bit clearer.

  3. Hi, the Opanuku Walkway from Border Rd towards Henderson, requires gravel in several areas & drain holes in 1 bridge to release the mud/water build-up. The trail is also being damaged by the odd mountain bike use & may require better signage.
    Not sure of the dog laws on the actual walk, as many are off leash ? Most are no problem, but I have been ‘attacked’ twice & been tripped 3 times, by careless owners, so it is frustrating.
    I use the Trail every 2nd day. Thanks.

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