Cascades

Upper Kauri Track

Tramping track

From Auckland City Walk, 100m upstream from swing bridge, gravelled track follows graded ascent to bluff-top ridge with impressive groves of mature and ricker kauri, then continues up long, gentle ascent to Long Road Track, 200m east of Smyth Corner.

What to expect:

Tramping tracks will:

• consist of formed and drained surfaces.
• be signposted at track entrances and key junctions.

Tramping tracks may:

• have structures in permanent wet areas but waterways will not generally be bridged.

Tramping tracks may also have limited track information, and steep grades.

Suitable for people of reasonable fitness and experience.

Distance:

3.1 km

Time:

1.5 hours

Wheelchair access:

No

Pram access:

No

Cellphone coverage:

Coverage is available in set locations only for Vodafone service check, Vodafone coverage map, and for Telecom service check, Telecom coverage map

Toilets:

There are toilets at the Cascades car park.

Before you go:
Please read our advice for planning and enjoying your time in regional parks.

Security:
Theft from vehicles is not common but unfortunately can happen. You should take the same reasonable precautions you take when parking at other locations and remember to lock your vehicle and take your valuables with you.