An easy and beautiful bush walk with stunning views!

This return walk traverses the coast part way to Cape Rodney. overlooking New Zealand's oldest and most popular marine reserve. The track is 1.5 km one way return via same track, 45 min to 1 hr one way (no dogs allowed)

The Goat Island Walkway in Cape Rodney-Okakari Point Marine Reserve offers a scenic coastal stroll overlooking New Zealand's oldest marine reserve. This easy 1.5 km track takes about 45 minutes to an hour one way and starts near the Auckland University Marine Laboratory. You'll pass through paddocks and coastal forest, with views of Hauturu/Little Barrier Island in the distance. Keep an eye out for native wildlife! Just remember, no dogs allowed on this track. Enjoy the views and the fresh sea air!

Walk up the Auckland University Marine Laboratory driveway to the start of the track. The track passes along the cliff-top beyond the marine laboratory through paddocks and fine remnants of coastal broadleaf forest. 

There may be stock in the section through the farm paddocks. 

In the distance you can see Hauturu or Little Barrier Island, a nature reserve now rat-free that is home to tuatara, giant weta and a huge variety of native birds. - DOC

Image: Tony and Jenny Enderby