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4 hours total, 8km
This tramp passes through magnificent kauri forest
that was saved from logging nearly 100 years ago. Key
From Falls Road car park follow Auckland City Walk,
Upper Kauri, Long Road and Fence Line Tracks to the
spectacular Waitākere Dam. Return to the car park via the Camping Phone to contact ranger No dogs Ark in the Park sanctuary Tramline This beach is only patrolled when the red
continuation of Fence Line Track and Auckland City Walk. and yellow flags are displayed by lifeguards.
Information Parking Parkland Cliff Tunnel Always swim between the flags.
This trail is the result of a partnership between Auckland
Council and Montana Wines. Lookout Golf course Non-parkland Trig Track

Lake Wainamu Track Surf club Toilet Sand Road Closed track
2 hours 30 minutes return, 6km (for kauri dieback control)
Picnic area Self-containment certificate (SCC) carpark Wetland Stream
Starting from the car park on Bethells Road by the
Waiti Stream bridge, this track is an easy wander along
a shallow sandy stream, past towering sand dunes, to
Lake Wainamu. Enjoy a swim here or continue around the Horse riding
northern side of the lake to its headwaters. View the pou Be safe in Regional Parks Remember to be safe in the bush and follow these simple rules: Horse riding is allowed on Pae Ō Te Rangi Farm, however, a permit is required before
(carving) representing Kowhatukiteuru, an early tupuna going. See contact information.
(ancestor) overlooking Waitohi Falls. Return the same way.
The water safety code The outdoor safety code
1. Be prepared 1. Plan your trip
For a longer walk complete a circuit of the lake by 2. Watch out for yourself and others 2. Tell someone Stop kauri dieback kauridieback.co.nz
continuing along the track around the southern side of 3. Be aware of the dangers 3. Be aware of the weather
lake. Part of this track passes along an easement over A disease known as kauri dieback (Phytophthora taxon Agathis), which is threatening
4. Know your limits 4. Know your limits
private land. the survival of kauri trees, has been identified in the Waitākere Ranges. Help prevent the
5. Take sufficient supplies
spread of kauri dieback by keeping to the defined tracks and cleaning footwear before
Other tracks and after your visit.