Stage Three of the University of Auckland short walks project, with five walking circuits starting and ending from the Epsom campus in Epsom Avenue.
Mount Saint John Loop
This walk takes you around Melville Park and up to the Mount Saint John volcano rim with views of One Tree Hill, Mount Eden and the Waitakere Ranges before dropping back down to the streets of Epsom. Time: approx. 40 minutes. (about 3.5 kms)
Newmarket Loop
This walk starts off along the residential Epsom streets and winds into Newmarket. From Newmarket, it is a straight run back to the start.
Time: approx. 45 minutes. (about 4.24 km)
Puriri Drive Loop
A flat walk that takes you to the Puriri Drive entrance to Cornwall Park, past the memorial fountain and statue of Sir John Logan Campbell.
Time: approx. 45 minutes. (about 4.05 kms)
Pencarrow Loop
This flat walk is mostly along quiet tree-lined suburban streets. Enjoy the original houses and well-tended gardens. Time: approx. 40 minutes. (about 3.5 kms)
Mount Eden Loop
A walk through Mount Eden Village and a climb up to the summit of Mount Eden to take in the views of volcanoes and the city.
Time: approx. 50 minutes. (about 4.5 kms) for full loop. Optional shorter loop approx. 40 minutes
