G-O Walk: Northcote Exploration

Hello fellow Get‑Outsiders! Let's enjoy spring with a walk through Northcote, linking together three different parks - Kauri Glen Reserve, Onepoto Domain, and Le Roys Bush Reserve. We will meet at the Tui Glen Road entrance to Kauri Glen Reserve (parking at the end of the road) then follow the pathways through Kauri Glen Reserve and Cecil Eady Bush. We will then cross Lake Road and continue on the pathway through to Onepoto Domain where we will do a short loop through the wetlands and bush. From here we head out to Onewa Road and down some of the local streets to Little Shoal Bay Reserve and from here into Le Roys Bush Reserve past the waterfall and back out to Onewa Road and down into Kauri Glen Reserve back to the cars. This is a reasonably easy, social outing rather than a full-on hike. The paths are mostly boardwalk, gravel, or paved. The walk is about 2.5-3 hours depending on stops for toilets and possibly ice cream. IMPORTANT NOTES & UPDATES: Meeting Point: 09.00am at the Tui Glen Rd Entrance to Kauri Glen Reserve (see map) Walk Start Time: 09:15am. Walk Duration: Approximately 2.5 - 3 hours at a steady pace, including time to stop and take photos and have snacks/food. Finish Time: Around 12.30pm. Difficulty Rating: Easy (mostly flat with a few short climbs or stairs). Suitability: Ideal for beginners, returning walkers, and anyone wanting a scenic outing. Footwear: Comfortable walking shoes; the path is mostly paved, boardwalk or gravel but their are a few muddy patches depending on recent weather. Footwear needs to be comfortable for walking for up to 3 hours. Drinking Water: Please bring your own. There are drinking fountains to refill along the way. Toilets: Several public toilets in the parks along the route. RSVP: Please RSVP “Yes” only if you genuinely intend to come. Update your RSVP if your plans change. Transport: Carpooling is to be arranged between yourselves. Post a message if you are offering a ride and specify your location Bring: Water, snacks or money for an icecream, warm layers, a rain jacket, sun protection, and your love for the outdoors! Weather: We hike regardless of the weather unless conditions are unsafe (e.g., cyclones or earthquakes). SAFETY NOTICE Get Outside – Auckland and its organizers work on a strictly voluntary basis and hold no responsibility or liability for any injury suffered during events. By RSVP’ing, you acknowledge that you have read the details thoroughly and accept that outdoor activities involve inherent risk. By RSVP’ing you also acknowledge that Get Outside – Auckland and its organizers cannot be held liable for any injury caused or suffered during participation. If you are uncomfortable with assuming this risk, please do not RSVP. Thank you for understanding. — The Get Outside – Auckland team.