Cox’s Bay Reserve is made up of three parks – Hukanui Reserve where the boardwalk is, Bayfield Park where you may wish to have your picnic, and the sports fields of Cox’s Bay Park. It is a mini-paradise for dog owners with off-leash dog exercise areas.

walk path and view to green side

Quick facts about this walk

Walk time: approx. 1 hour 10 minutes
Distance: about 5.58 kms
Parking: Westmoreland Street West off Richmond Road, Grey Lynn.
Buses: Richmond Road, Grey Lynn
Track: Paved walkways, steps, inclines and board walks.
Difficulty: Suitable for users of average fitness and mobility.
Buggies/Wheelchairs: Suitable for prams/buggies excluding the steps
Dog Friendly: There are Off leash exercise areas
Facilities: Children’s playgrounds, Cafe
Highlights: Sculptures, playing fields, the creek, mangrove swamps, gullies, the bay itself, a field with cattle and tall mature trees surrounded by interesting residential housing.
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And it is family friendly too, with a selection of children’s playgrounds and picnic sites. It is a great place for joggers and people who like to use the outdoor fitness stations.

The wide open spaces, sculptures, playing fields, the creek, mangrove swamps, gullies, the bay itself, a field with cattle and tall mature trees surrounded by interesting residential housing, make this another walk that is full of variety.

For history information visit “Meanderings about Cox’s Creek”.

Dogs – Off leash exercise areas in Cox’s Bay Reserve and Grey Lynn Park (check signage for rules).

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