Puhoi to Wenderholm Walk Bypass
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Walking
Should tides not suit, or you don't wish to pay for kayaking from Puhoi to Wenderholm - it can be walked. When walking along SH1, please take caution as this road is very busy, and there are areas where the road shoulder is very narrow. SH1 is particularly busy during weekends (Friday-Sunday), public holidays, and from Christmas through to the and of January. There are also significant roadworks in this area, due to construction of the new motorway. We recommend kayaking as it is much safer and more enjoyable than walking these busy roads.
Please wear a hi-viz vest and/or pack cover if available
The road south from Puhoi passes under and through extensive road construction. The path through this area is subject to change. Watch for local signage and directions
From the Puhoi Domain, turn left/east and walk 1200m to SH1. Pass under the motorway bridge (under construction) and cross SH1 with extreme caution, then turn right/south, walking 2km on the east side of SH1, behind the barrier where possible.
Take the "offramp" towards Wenderholm/Waiwera as signposted on the Twin Coast Discovery Highway, then continue east a further 2.75km to the entry to Wenderholm Regional Park (Schischka Road).
It is 1km down the driveway to the start of the next route.
Conditions
Cross SH1 with extreme caution as cars are travelling at 80-100km/h. Walk as far off the road shoulder as you can, on the far side of the barrier fence where this is possible.
Potential hazards
- Vehicles on road or track. Walk well off the road, over barrier where possible
- Motorway construction and road works. Follow any instructions given by traffic management staff and signage.
- Track exposed to sun, wind or cold
- Few water sources
How to get here
Northern Start: Puhoi Village
Southern End: Wenderholm Regional Park
Transport
Accommodation
Wenderholm Regional Park - Basic camping, duty ranger - Auckland Council - P: 09 366 2000
There is camping available at the Schischka Campsite, turn left and walk 1km just after the Wenderholm main gates.
Please do not freedom camp anywhere else within Wenderholm Regional Park.
Food And Supply
Track Elevation and Map
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More information
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Te Araroa Auckland trail notes including information about accommodation, transport and resupplying
Page last updated: Nov 24, 2023, 2:34 PM