Whakanewha

School Loop Track

Walking track

From the information board in the car park the School Loop Track heads up the side of the rocky headland before returning via the beachand. There is the option to join the Pa lookout track to secure great views over the park and across the water to Downtown Auckland.

What to expect:

Walking tracks will:

• have easy to moderate grades with drained surfaces, generally consisting of a compacted and drained surfaces.
• be well sign-posted with directional signs at track entrances and junctions and have safety signs where required.

Walking tracks may:

• have steps on excessively steep areas.
• have timber boardwalks and bridges over permanent wet areas and waterways.
• have seats and maintained views at areas of interest.
• Walking tracks should be suitable for people with reasonable fitness levels.

Distance:

1.0 km

Time:

0.5 hour

Wheelchair access:

No

Pram access:

No

Cellphone coverage:

Not all locations have cell phone coverage . Be prepared and for more information read the before you go section of the website. For Vodafone service check, Vodafone coverage map, and for Telecom service check, Telecom coverage map

Toilets:

There is a vault toilet available at the parking area off Gordens Road (where the track starts).

Drinking water:

Drinking water is available near the start of the track.

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.