Porirua Pathfinder Looking for a flat pathway that is near a cafe? 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. TRACK 23 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. Sponsored by Issued: June 2013 PCC# 889375 Developers of the interactive "Porirua Pathfinder” Brendan Pukerua Bay O CEA N Beach 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 . I T Links to Tracks 2 and/or 22 to make loop walk. I 21 H W 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 Suggest park car at Plimmerton or Pukerua Bay Station (Greater Wellington Regional Council) 6.5km pathway through farmland following coastline or cliff tops. 1.5 hours one way 1. Whitireia Park E N O Pukerua Bay and catch train to opposite station then walk back Farm stiles to cross and amongst grazing cattle.