Jan 25, 2022, 4:17 PM

The Commission is proud to recognise the wāhine that have made a significant impact in accessing the outdoors in New Zealand.

Dec 17, 2021, 10:38 AM

The outdoors can be dangerous. There can be anything from steep cliffs to weather changes to a surprise leg cramp. It's important to be prepared for anything.

Dec 8, 2021, 2:29 PM

New Zealand’s walk of a lifetime turns 10 this week. And for its birthday it wants to lead more people into the wild.

Oct 22, 2021, 10:34 AM

More public access in Kerikeri means Te Tahawai Stream Track can lead all the way to Waianiwaniwa (Rainbow Falls).

Oct 14, 2021, 10:30 AM

Download the app, Plan My Walk, from your preferred app store, or check it out online at www.planmywalk.nz. 

Oct 7, 2021, 1:35 PM

Jenny and Gerard Wells are among 600 people who have registered to walk Te Araroa Trail this summer. Thousands more will complete small sections throughout the season.

Sep 17, 2021, 1:27 PM

The commission wants to see communities take the time to nominate their champion women who make it easier to access the outdoors.

Aug 25, 2021, 10:20 AM

Please join us for our launch of Pocket Maps, our new mobile app which allows users to identify public access areas across New Zealand.

Aug 11, 2021, 12:03 PM

Increased public access to crags (steep or rugged cliffs or rock faces) around north Waikato means more routes for rock climbers.

Aug 6, 2021, 12:05 PM

This situation was tragic for both the cattle and the farmers as well as the mountain bikers,” says Walking Access Commission chief executive Ric Cullinane.