Jun 8, 2022, 4:51 PM

The Waipara Vineyard Trail — Mountford Estate walkway was gazetted last week. This provides enduring access over part of the popular Waipara Vineyard Trail.

Mar 22, 2022, 3:12 PM

If you know any trails that share a mīharo view of the sky and Matariki but are just missing facilities — now is the time to encourage applications.

Mar 11, 2022, 2:11 PM

The loop is part of a network of Mahu Whenua covenant tracks in Wakatipu that the Commission has been helping create legal access on for over a decade.  

Feb 24, 2022, 2:30 PM

We’re only a small team of 24 people, but we’re committed to active and public transport. All our Wellington staff walk, ride or use public transport for their commute.

Feb 22, 2022, 6:00 AM

We have a planned outage to our mapping systems today (22 February) from 9am - 9pm.

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.

Nov 4, 2021, 9:28 AM

Alan helped form the MTB Trails Trust, which focused on building trails around St Arnaud.

Nov 4, 2021, 9:11 AM

GIS analyst Julian Hitchman hopes that, by sharing public access datasets, the Walking Access Commission can help people improve public access in New Zealand.

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. 

Jul 19, 2021, 9:01 AM

If you're new to long distance-hiking or have some questions around safety and walking alone - we've compiled some frequently asked questions to help.