Cascades
Cascade Kauri, Lake Wainamu and Fairy Falls are located in the northern part of the Waitakere Ranges and offer great places to explore. See giant Kauri trees, huge sand dunes and spectacular waterfalls. Walk through ancient forests...
Cornwallis
Part of the Waitakere Ranges, Cornwallis is a popular, safe spot for family picnics and swimming. Be sure to visit the 200m long restored Cornwallis wharf, the last of the Manukau's 16 ferry wharves....
Duder
This park is located on the pohutukawa-fringed Whakakaiwhara Peninsula, which juts out into the Tamaki Strait. Visitors may feel like they are on their own island as they enjoy the 360 degree views extending to the Brookby/Maraetai hills, the Hunua Ranges...
Hamlins Hill Mutukaroa
A green oasis amid Aucklands urban and industrial sprawl, this park offers open pastures and expansive views. An extensive native tree planting programme is underway to enhance this green sanctuary which also has cultural and archeological significance....
Huia
Huia is a quite settlement by the Manukau Harbour with tidal beaches, picnic spots, forest walks and campsites. ...
Hunua Ranges
These bush clad ranges with steams, waterfalls and magnificent vistas offer a natural playground less than an hours drive from Auckland. The park is the largest native forest in the Auckland region. Enjoy a family outing to the Hunua Falls...
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