AH Reed Kauri Park
AH Reed Kauri Park
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angelaannie
Auckland, New Zealand41 contributions
May 2022 • Family
This was a nice pocket of bush, and the broad walk up in the tree tops was awesome. Only a few old kauris left, but nice to be amongst them. We did this circuit at the end of the walk from the Falls. From AH Reid to the whangarei falls took about 25 mins, not the 45 they say on the signed. It is a pleasant flat walk, could not with push chair or cycle.
Written 15 May 2022
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santo t
Auckland, New Zealand7,404 contributions
Jan 2021
Canopy Tree walking and the very old giant Kauri Trees, these are the main attractions of Section 1B of Hatea River Walk. Visitors can go through along the Hatea River Walk, from Whangarei Falls to AH Reed – section 1A, as well as from Town Basin to Mair Park – section 1C, then from Mair Park to AH Reed, section 1B, where you can find the old giant Kauri here. Or you can drive straight away to AH Reed Tree Top walk by parking at Whareroa Road and then walk less than 500m from carpark to the Canopy Tree Walk, you decide it. The Canopy Walk is very attractive, walking as high as 20-30m on the special timber built structures above the ground and stream below, and truly peaceful among the trees and nature.
Written 22 January 2021
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Jörg T
Whangarei, New Zealand12 contributions
Dec 2019
Good parking, easy to reach and close to Abbey Caves.
In 30 mins you can easily get to the canopy walk, look at the Karis and nice tall ferns etc.
These 30 mins can easily be expanded by walking e.g. to Whangarei Falls (after doing the Canopy walk) along the river (about 1,5 - 2 hrs return), and there are nice spots on the river, too.
There armany loops to choose from, all are well marked.
Canopy walk also great for families with younger children.
Also very close (5 min drive) to Abbey caves.
Free, good, informative, quick access to Kauri trees and native forest ...
In 30 mins you can easily get to the canopy walk, look at the Karis and nice tall ferns etc.
These 30 mins can easily be expanded by walking e.g. to Whangarei Falls (after doing the Canopy walk) along the river (about 1,5 - 2 hrs return), and there are nice spots on the river, too.
There armany loops to choose from, all are well marked.
Canopy walk also great for families with younger children.
Also very close (5 min drive) to Abbey caves.
Free, good, informative, quick access to Kauri trees and native forest ...
Written 8 January 2020
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Xanerin
Alice Springs, Australia1,464 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
Absolutely love this area and the walk is beautiful although be prepared to walk up and down stairs. No good for wheelchairs or strollers but such a well designed and beautiful place. Waterfall and very large Kauri trees and the fauna in magical.
Written 28 October 2022
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HomeNowXOXO
Sydney, Australia75 contributions
Mar 2018 • Family
We decided to take our 2 small kids on this track as a side thing to do whilst in Whangarei. Even though we didn't come prepared in terms of walking shoes etc the track was very easy going and rewarding. We opted for the track that ends up at Whangarei Falls (approx 45mins each way) and we weren't disappointed. So many lush and majestic areas as you stroll through relatively flat ground by the stream to the waterfall. Truly spectacular, like an ad for NZ you see in the airport on big billboards as to its natural beauty and well worth a stroll. The waterfall was beautiful with many vantage points. A little chilly the day we went but that didn't stop other game people taking a swim in the waterfall pool. Next time I would pack a little picnic, walk to the falls and have lunch/swim for a spell. Truly Wonderful!
Written 3 March 2018
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matthew13270
Whangarei, New Zealand4 contributions
Feb 2018 • Family
Took my 4 year old daughter and 70 year grandma here. Had a lovely hour or so walking through the bush looking at the Kauri trees, punga etc. Easy relaxed walking so close to the city.
Written 5 March 2018
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MrH784
Auckland Central, New Zealand25 contributions
Jan 2017 • Couples
Our car rear windscreen was smashed in the car park. While we were cleaning up the mess, two of of our group of six, were taunted verbally. There are huge, Lock It, Hide It or Lose It signs at every attraction that we visited in Whangarei. Most attractions we visited had some very friendly City Safe Community Ambassadors, and we see that the city is doing a lot to protect visitors. We asked the City Safe Community Ambassador at the Kauri Park whether it was OK to park where we had parked, just 20 meters from the entrance to the park and he said it was OK. However, on returning after a half hour walk through the park we found our car rear window broken. I will not visit Whangarei again. In addition to the more than $1000 we spent in Whangarei in 2 days, we had to spend another $500 as insurance excess and many hours getting the car fixed and the ordeal is not over yet as we are still car less while waiting for it to be fixed and we have visitors from overseas who are leaving with a bad impression of New Zealand.We also had to cancel the rest of our planned holiday activities.
Written 5 January 2017
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Susan G
Whangarei, New Zealand54 contributions
Feb 2015 • Family
Lovely bush walk very easy to do
Beautiful Kauri trees
Go can also walk to Whangarei Falls from here on the river side walk . You end up at bottom of the Whangarei Falls and if you cross the bridge a track leads up to top of the falls where you cross over and go left to find the track down . At the bottom turn right back to Ah Reed
Beautiful Kauri trees
Go can also walk to Whangarei Falls from here on the river side walk . You end up at bottom of the Whangarei Falls and if you cross the bridge a track leads up to top of the falls where you cross over and go left to find the track down . At the bottom turn right back to Ah Reed
Written 12 August 2015
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Mark B
Norwich, UK23 contributions
Jan 2015 • Family
As a New Zealander who was raised in Whangarei, I never feel as if I have been in New Zealand until I go for a bush walk. My place of choice is AH Reed Kauri Park, which has been developed over the years and is the most wonderful place to enjoy nature and see some young Kauri trees!
The aerial walkway built to protect the flora and forna is great and fun due to its movement. Being in the bush here is so peaceful and restore ones sole. There are places to sit and relax, whilst you listen to the babbling stream.
It is great walking for older people too with gentle inclines and well laid out paths. A must to reconnect with nature.
The aerial walkway built to protect the flora and forna is great and fun due to its movement. Being in the bush here is so peaceful and restore ones sole. There are places to sit and relax, whilst you listen to the babbling stream.
It is great walking for older people too with gentle inclines and well laid out paths. A must to reconnect with nature.
Written 4 April 2015
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suhil m
15 contributions
Dec 2018 • Family
Nice track to do with nice views especially in summer as you will walk under the shade beside a stream
Written 5 November 2019
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Is there public transport from whangarei centre to here. Thank you
Written 14 September 2015
No, not that I know of BUT you can walk to this park along a lovely pathway from the town centre. It starts by the Whangarei swimming pool, follows the Hatea river through lovely bush / forest and comes out on Whareora Road where this park is situated. After turning right and crossing the road, you are there! Take a picnic! It's lovely! (You can also continue further along the river and you will end up at the Whangarei Falls - Otuihou in Maori meaning the spot where the tuis - a native bird - hang out). It's a gentle walk along a well maintained path.
Written 15 September 2015
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