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TRACK 5 and Walking A path suitable for a dog and a wheelchair? A challenging or easy cycle track? When using our pathways remember to > Protect plants & wildlife Cycling Tracks Use our Porirua Pathfinder to find your ideal path. > Remove rubbish > Keep to the track in Porirua City TRACK 38 Go to “www.poriruapathfinder.co.nz” > Consider other people > Clean up after your dog Explore CODE OF CONDUCT FOR SHARED PATHWAYS Shared paths are used by cyclists, walkers, joggers and pushchairs. To help everyone enjoy themselves please Porirua City follow the Code of Conduct for shared pathways. With its beautiful coastline, bush clad hills and parks, Porirua City offers a wealth of wonderful walks and 1. Keep Left: As far as practical, except when passing an- other user going your direction (pass on the right). Go cycle tracks. Whether you’re a fitness enthusiast who in single file when other users are present. Step off the loves a challenge or someone who simply enjoys a path when stopping. stroll, there’s a walking track that’s right for you. 2. Consider Others: Control your speed, slow down and use caution when approaching or overtaking other us- Rock hop along the Porirua coast and see the fabulous ers. Look behind when changing positions. Cyclists use Marlborough Sounds at sunset. Spot the rare wildfowl in hand signals. Don’t assume others can see or hear you. our bird sanctuary, or see how the whitebait are running. Follow the footsteps of the famous Te Rauparaha and his 3. Giving Way: Cyclists always give way to pedestrians. If tribe or follow the old coach roads of the Colonial settlers necessary give way to uphill users. as you visit our historic sites. There is something for 4. Cyclists warn others when passing: ring your bell or call everyone along the way. “Passing on your right” before overtaking.

HINTS FOR WALKING AND CYCLING 1. Check the weather forecast. Dress for the expected weather conditions. Carry a lightweight jacket or jersey in case the weather conditions change. TRACK 1 2. Tell someone where you are going and when you are expected back. Ph 04 237 5089 3. Take advantage of public transport TRACK 4 TRACK 16

Some tracks link up to form long routes that allow users to navigate LONG ROUTES themselves across and beyond Porirua City. The main ones are: MOUNTAIN BIKING TRAILS

Porirua is a haven for mountain bike trails. Mountain bikers are welcome on all the red dotted lines Some of the most spectacular views of the on the map. Many of these are suitable for everyone in the family with easy grade tracks in Bothamley Park and region and lower North Island are to be Whitireia Park. There are more serious tracks available enjoyed from the hills surrounding Porirua. In Porirua on the Summit Track up to Colonial Knob or at the local there are different rides to satisfy all your needs. Regional Parks - Battle Hill and Belmont. See www.pcc.govt.nz search word “MTB” See www.gw.govt.nz. For the very daring try Long Route 3: Battle Hill to Kapiti challenge.

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1 Te Araroa Pathway 4 The Cannon Run This national walkway enters Porirua Downhill descent from Cannons Head (390m) to from Wellington via the Colonial Knob Porirua Railway Station (3m above sea level). First get TRACK 33 Track (Track 11). Follows Tracks 15 and yourself to the top of Cannons Head in the Belmont 16 and over the Ramp Bridge to Gear Homestead. Regional Park – multiple routes available see Park Follows Papakowhai Rd then over SH1 overbridge map at www.gw.govt.nz/belmont. and up Track 1 to Plimmerton shops. Uses Track 24, Track 23 and Track 2 until rejoining Track 1. Continues From Cannons Head follow Dress Circle Track DOGS AND TRACKS to Kapiti Coast via SH1. A new alignment is being south and then take the Takapu Track down to developed along the escarpment north of Pukerua Cannons Creek Lakes (Track 19). Cross over Warspite Bay, see Te Araroa website for updates. Porirua Ave to Cannons Creek Park (Track 18) and down section is 25 km, 5+ hours . www.teararoa.org.nz to Bothamley Park (Track 3). Turn left and follow Kenepuru stream to Champion Street. Follow this OFF LEAD NO DOGS to Mepham Place take underpass to Railway Station 2 Coast to Capital Gateway Trail (C1) For the following tracks, dogs can be let 0ff the lead in No dogs are permitted on the following tracks: The C1 is a cycle route that offers a quieter and safer carpark. 7 km, 1.0 - 1.5 hours . the identified sections. You may exercise your dog in cycle route to riding on SH1. In Porirua the C1 Route is mainly on sealed shared pathways. Enter Porirua these places, but it must be under continuous control. 6 Pauatahanui Wildlife Management Reserve from Tawa along Kenepuru Drive. Takes Track 16 11 All Colonial Knob Tracks to Ramp Bridge and past Gear Homestead (Track 4 Camborne Walkway 14 Porirua Scenic Reserve 36). Follow Papakowhai Road to overbridge linking 5 Te Ara Piko to Paremata Station. Follow Track 1 to Paekakariki. Only from 33 Motukaraka Point Rd west to toilets. 24 Battle Hill Farm Forest Park Porirua section is 22 km, 4 1/2+ hours , 1-2 hours . 8 Southern Clifftops Walk 37 Belmont Regional Park in farming areas to protect livestock. Only within Stuart Park. See www.gw.govt.nz/belmont for more information. 10 Bothamley Park Dogs are also banned from Shopping Centres, TRACK 10 12 Spicer Botanical Park Only in exotic trees not native bush on adjoining DOC Playgrounds and Sportsfields. scenic reserve. Whitby to CBD SEASONAL DOG RESTRICTIONS 5 16 Streamside Park Pathway Whitby Walkway (Track 10) follow it to Postgate Park. Only for section along Wi Neera Drive between 1 Beach Walks Link to Staithes Drive South then Parkinson Close. Semple St and Titahi Bay Road. At Titahi Bay Beach, Karehana Beach, Paremata Beach, At end take track to Ascot Park. Head for southeast Plimmerton Beach, Browns Bay Beach and Pukerua corner of park and follow track to Whitford Brown. 26 Ivey Bay Walkway Bay Beach: Dogs are prohibited between the Council TRACK 1 Cross over the road into Bothamley Park (Track 3). 28 Spinnaker Walkway signs between 9.00 am and 7.00 pm from 1 November Follow stream down to CBD. 8.5 km, 1.5 to 2 hours . to 31 March. Outside the Prohibited periods dogs can 3 Battle Hill to Kapiti Challenge 29 The Quarterdeck Lookout be off lead. For the ultimate ride it is possible to bike/tramp from 33 Conclusion/Ascot Park Walkway Battle Hill Farm Forest Park via Akatarawa Forest to Only in plantation area north of Ascot Park. 2. Taua Tapu Track Campbell’s Mill Rd and down to QE Park at Paekakariki. Dogs not permitted during lambing season from Recommend taking LINZ Topo 50 map BP32 and September to December. GPS or compass. Grade challenging. Note tracks used by logging trucks, 4WDs, trail bikes and horse Want more information about pathways? riders. Many sections are rugged, not sign-posted or ON LEAD Go to www.pcc.govt.nz or Phone (04) 237 5089 maintained. No cellphone coverage in the forest. 30 For all the tracks which aren’t on the other lists then km, 10+ hours . See www.gw.govt.nz/akatarawa Reporting an issue on the pathway? TRACK 7 Dogs can be walked on them but must be on leads at Fill in an “Online Request for Service” under “Contact all times. Us” on website or phone 04 237 5089.

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PA Porirua’s Great Walking and Cycling Tracks RADE 21 The Secret Valley Walk Short 200m walk in bush with sculptures For detailed maps of top 12 tracks use QR code or see Track Maps on Council webpsite 23 Wairaka Point PUKERUA BAY 22 Raroa Walkway 1. Ara Harakeke Pathway The 8.7km sealed pathway runs alongside rugged coastal areas, two beaches, a nationally 22 A gentle climb through a small forest of Kohekohe important wetland, a steam train operation and WWII pillboxes. It passes through three villages offering great places to stop for trees emerging on to spectacular cliffside views of 3 D A refreshments. 1 /4 hours , 45 mins , one way. Grade: easy - Airlie Rd south, moderate - Airlie Rd north. Wheelchairs - Yes; O R Kapiti Island and coast. 0.8 km return, 30 mins .

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A R Muri 23 Wairaka Walkway 2 A 1.5km rural track that features views out to Mana Island, Porirua Harbour and the Station 8. The Taua Tapu Track 9.2 km coastal route from Pukerua Bay Beach to Moana surrounding countryside. 40 minutes one way . Dogs not permitted during lambing season from September to December, Rd, Plimmerton. Middle section shingle beach. On clear but on leads at other times. Grade: moderate - challenging; Wheelchairs - No; Links to Track 1 & 23 day views of Kapiti, Mana and South Islands. Near Wairaka Rock need to climb over rocks if high tide. 3 (Greater Wellington Regional Council) 6.5km pathway through farmland following coastline or cliff tops. 1.5 hours one way Suggest park car at Plimmerton or Pukerua Bay Station

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4 E 3. Camborne Walkway A 1.6km sheltered, flat pathway along coast with spectacular views across Pauatahanui Inlet. 30 mins T TA one way . Home to the colourful, iconic Camborne boatsheds. Grade - Easy; Wheelchair - possible with help; Links to Track 1 via beach. S 24 Karehana Bay Scenic Reserve Plimmerton 75. Te Ara Piko Pathway A 2.3kms pathway along the edge of the Pauatahanui Inlet through native 370 m track that descends through a mature remnant of native Kohekohe forest. Links to Track 2 or Plimmerton shops via Plimmerton Promenade, Track 24. salt marshes and wetland habitat. Dogs must be kept on a leash. Start from toilets at western end of

Motukaraka Point. 30 mins one way . Grade Easy.; Wheelchair - possible with help; 25 Plimmerton Promenade A wide promenade along the coastline with stunning views and access to sandy beaches Toilets in 65. Pauatahanui Wildlife Management Reserve (Dept of Conservation) 2.2 km of tracks Whenua Tapu and rock pools. Links to tracks 1, 22 & 23. amongst estuary salt marsh vegetation. Nationally important wildlife reserve with bird watching hides. Cemetery No Dogs or cyclists. Allow 1 hour . Grade easy. Wheelchair - restricted but possible in places with help. N Paremata/Whitby 26 Golden Gate 9.7 Whitby Walkway A 1.6km, wide shared pathway that meanders alongside a stream and Low tide 2.3 km walk around peninsula offering inlet views. Rugged footwear needed as across tidal rocks and sand. Park at Ivey Bay and use underpass to access foreshore. 40 min loop . past a children's playground. Close to Whitby shopping Centre. 30 mins one way . Grade easy; Wheelchairs -Yes; Links to Tracks 10, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 & 32. 27 Ivey Bay Walkway Zigzags to Kiriwai Rd through Manuka forest or follow the track up through regenerating 8 Southern Clifftop Walk A 2.8 km walk with views over Titahi Bay and Mana Island. native forest to Kahu Rd for views of the entrance to Porirua harbour. 0.75km, 15 mins . Start at South Beach Rd, along the beach pass the boatsheds and into Stuart Park. Exit Moki St

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E LI challenging. Wheelchairs - No; Links to Track 3. IR 28 Carvel Lane Walkway A 2 Walkway through regenerating manuka forest, links Postgate Drive with Carvel Lane and 9 . Aotea Lagoon Sheltered public park with wide, flat, sealed 732m pathway around the Kahu Road. 0.7 km, 15 mins . Links to Track 26 along Kahu Road. lagoon. Has an adventure playground, rose garden and fenced toddler’s playground. Dotted with grassed picnic areas. On most fine Sundays you can ride a model train. The lagoon is an ideal 23 29 Spinnaker Walkway place to take children or visitors. Come for a leisurely walk or test your fitness on modern fitness Series of connecting paths, at the top there is panoramic views spanning almost all Whitby, stations. Grade Easy; Wheelchairs - Yes. Hongoeka Mana and Pauatahanui Inlet. 30 min to the lookout from the Whitby Walkway Bay 30 Quarterdeck Lookout 1012. Bothamley Pathway A 4.7 km shared pathway besides the Kenepuru stream with 3m wide 450 m path linking The Quarterdeck, Meridian Way, The Topdeck & lookout. 10 mins . gravel surface. 1 1/4 hour , 40 mins , one way. Grade - easy; Wheelchairs - restricted but possible in places with help; Links to 24

RE E RD Porirua railway station car park via Mepham Place underpass and Tracks 7, 16, 17, 18 & 37. No public toilets. S V ER K D C A RA O T R 31 E The Village Walkway Y N R H LU O T C Y S 800 m path that links Endeavour Park with the Whitby Shops and Whitby Walkway. 10 mins .

M O A RD 114. Colonial Knob There are three gravel tracks up the Colonial Knob area. Grade - all challenging; No Wheelchairs; N A

R No public toilets; No Dogs. Mountain Bikes not permitted on Tracks A) and C) as scenic bush reserves. Karehana D Bay PLIMMERTON 32 Whitby Lakeside Paths A) CAMP ELSDON ENTRANCE TRACK 1.8km sheltered climb through native bush. Stairs. Access at end of cul de sac, off 1.5km walk around manicured lower lake and then across Discovery Dr to the natural bushclad Raiha Street near Camp Elsdon entrance . 40 mins one way . (Extra 2.1 km along Track B to summit). Links to tracks 11 & 15. 25 upper lake. 20 mins one way . Grade easy; Wheelchair restricted access. Links to Tracks 7 & 32

B) THE SUMMIT TRACK follows steep 4WD track through farmland with exotic and native bush regeneration. This 4.05km STATE HIGHWAY ONE 33 S T The Skyline Route U S N IC track is open to the elements. The 4WD track above where tracks A) and B) intersect, traverses across the hilltops up to gateway S R E L 1.4km walkway via The Mainsail through regenerating forest to Adventure Drive. Follow ridge

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D E Plimmerton Station C) BROKEN HILL ENTRANCE TRACK (Dept of Conservation) 3.1km walkway with steps through native bush up to 7 pines then open STEYNE 3 34 farmland up to summit. 1 /4 hours one way . Links to Te Araroa route south and passes historic water reservoirs and Battle Hill Farm Forest Park

Spicer Botanical Park (Track 12). Access off car park at end of Broken hill Rd by landfill gates. AVE Plimmerton Beach Regional park with a selection of walks, bike and horse riding tracks from farm paddocks to forests. Many suitable spots for

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Y ROAD 126. Spicer Botanical Park Explore an exotic tree arboretum with over 2km of tracks in a series of short loop walks. A ROAD of Battle Hill. See www.gw.govt.nz/battlehill for more info. W G S H R AY G YS I RA H G Time varies. Grade - easy to challenging. No public toilets; Wheelchairs - No; Links to Track 11.

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D E JAMES E 16 Streamside Park Pathways TW R SIO DRIVE U U N L S O C T V 2.3 km along Porirua stream from Kenepuru Drive N A DISCOVERY E O D H C N A E L LA to Wi Neera Drive and links to pathway on Ramp ROAD D D D ALE R L 10 O OMAPERE G Bridge over SH1. 30 mins .

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O O T H E I A N P Y U G Doncaster Tce returning to Whitford Brown via Ascot Park. A IA W A W R D H R IR I G AOTEA V 18 Thompson Gully Reserve I O E Good views over both arms of Porirua Harbour. Grade H D R E IV

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19 Cannons Creek Park N T U ORRIE WAITANGIRUA native bush. Gradient easy to moderate. K BAY Grassed sportsfield area that connects the U ST

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Cannons Creek shops to Bothamley Park ST S CA PROSSER LYTTELTO N AVE 37 Gear Homestead No formed path. 0.9km, 10 mins . WARSPITE 10 STREET RK Public Toilets ROAD LLO PORIRUA O BE NA Y 0.5 km walk through native forest, old pines and gardens Porirua T H 10 N O STREET CBD O PI M

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Boundary Gate W Kenepuru N Main Cycle Route on Roads R Gravel or Grass Surface - Walkway E K O T O Station R O B M Gravel or Grass Surface - Shared Pathway (Bikes and Walking) On Road Cycle Lanes Summit 11 C Sealed Surface - Walkway No Cycling/Walking on Motorway 500m 0 0.5km 1km 17 C Seven Sealed Surface - Shared Pathway (Bikes and Walking) Beach Walk Pines The main tracks are shown as thicker lines for clarity MAIN ROAD Te Araroa Pathway 12 Data supplied by Terralink to Wellington