Discover the Beauty of Shakespear Regional Park
Sat, Jul 18, 9:00 PM - Sun, Jul 19, 4:30 AM GMT
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Greetings Everyone - Join us on Sunday as we travel out on the Whangaparoa Peninsula to Shakespear Regional Park.
🟡 Some words to Inspire you:
Escape the city for a perfect 3-hour coastal escape at Shakespear Regional Park. This diverse loop walk takes you through a bird-filled native forest sanctuary, up to panoramic 360-degree clifftop views, and along a historic Army Bay coastal extension.
Enjoy a beachside lunch and optional swim on the safe, golden sands of Te Haruhi Bay before completing the serene wetland loop back.
Top off your perfect Sunday by stopping on the drive home for a relaxed, sun-soaked craft beer in Wade Bar & Bistro garden bar.
Duration: About 3.0 - 3.5 hours hike including stops.
Distance: Approx 5-7 km.
Difficulty: 2.25 - 2.5 on our 1-5 scale for day hikes.
Low Tide: 5pm
Cost for Car Poolers: $15 - Please pay the driver your cash contribution to car pooling at Freemans Bay, otherwise you may not be able to come.
Toilets will be available at the start.
🟡 How the Grading Works:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/17iZoaM7SFaQcuyBF-AecNY8YBZeUpdxIvUmqpPfv1wo/edit?usp=drivesdk
🟡 Post-Hike Gathering (Optional):
After our adventure, you're welcome to join us for some well-deserved relaxation and camaraderie at The Wade Bar & Bistro, Silverdale.
🟡 PLEASE: No smoking, animals, children or guests.
🟡 First Timers & Regulars:
We kindly request a $5 donation to support our website and enhance the safety of our group and extend a warm welcome to newcomers.
You can pay your donation by cash on the day or directly to our bank account 12-3430-0791504-00 - many thanks.
🟡 Important Notes:
We will be walking on a number of roads and shared paths. It is important to keep left and follow general road safety.
🟡 Health and Safety Information:
All Auckland Global Trekkers organisers work on a strictly voluntary basis and hold NO responsibility or liability for any injury, or loss suffered during the events organised.
Each person who participates accepts responsibility for making their own determinations and for their own safety, conduct and well being; recognising that there are hazards in attending group and outdoor activities and agrees to participate solely at their own risk.
🟡 Preparation is the key to having a good day:
Check the weather
Do you have the correct clothing and shoes?.
Do you know where the meeting places are?
🟡 Meeting Places:
AGT Meeting Place - 100 Wellington Street
Shakespear Regional Park, 1501 Whangaparaoa Road, Army Bay
The Wade Bar & Bistro, 2 Tavern Road, Silverdale
🟡 Carpooling:
Carpooling will be arranged for everyone meeting at Freemans Bay. Best efforts, no guarantees.
Just ANSWER the RSVP question.
🟡 Time Guideline:
09:00 - Good Time to meet at Freemans Bay
09:15 - Car Pooling organised and leave
10:20 - All arrive at Shakespear Regional Park
10:30 - Introductions
and start the trek.
12:30 - Lunch at Army Bay
14:30 - Complete Hike
15:00 - 16:00 - The Wade Bar & Bistro (Optional)
17:00 - Arrive back at CBD
🟡 Maps and More Information:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/MakPVfEsizbxRrHh9
https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/en/parks-recreation/find-park-beach/park-detail/226.html
https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/content/dam/ac/docs/parks-recreation/map-shakespear-regional-park.pdf
🟡 Walk Description & Directions:
Starting from the Waterfall Gully car park follow the yellow markers for the Heritage Trail entering the predator-proof fence follow the track past the waterfall as it begins a gentle, steady climb before the bush opens into rolling green farmland, you will pass a World War II pillbox gun emplacement.
Merge onto the blue-marked Lookout Track to reach the highest point in the park stopping at the large wooden picture frame for a spectacular 360-degree view of the Hauraki Gulf and downtown Auckland.
From the lookout, follow the red markers of the Tiritiri Track heading east walking along the clifftops through farm paddocks shared with grazing sheep, you will pass the historic WWII ship degaussing station before descending the stairs directly to the edge of Te Haruhi Bay.
Upon hitting the beach, turn left (east) and follow the flat, gravel coastal track that wraps around the headland toward Army Bay past historical coastal defence structures before looping back to the main beach.
Sit at one of the grassy picnic areas under the shade of the mature trees or head straight onto the sand. The bay offers public toilet facilities, fresh drinking water, and calm waters if you want a refreshing midday swim.
After lunch, walk past the campground toilets and follow the white markers of the Ōkoromai Track heading north. This flat, final leg takes you through a serene wetland area before looping right back to your vehicle at Waterfall Gully.
🟡 Capture the Moment:
Share your best photos of the day to have a chance to have it featured on our Instagram & Facebook Accounts.
🟡 What to Bring:
Appropriate clothing for the weather conditions.
Comfortable shoes suitable for a variety of terrains.
Sun protection and emergency rain gear.
Personal first-aid items.
🟡 Additional Notes:
Safety and togetherness are our priorities. We will make stops at all track junctions to ensure the group stays together.
Punctuality is key, and we will depart on time, so please be prompt.
We can't wait to go trekking with you on Sunday - Jodi and the AGT Team.
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Discover the Beauty of Shakespear Regional Park
Sat, Jul 18, 9:00 PM - Sun, Jul 19, 4:30 AM GMT
Location only visible to confirmed attendees
Hosts
About
Greetings Everyone - Join us on Sunday as we travel out on the Whangaparoa Peninsula to Shakespear Regional Park.
🟡 Some words to Inspire you:
Escape the city for a perfect 3-hour coastal escape at Shakespear Regional Park. This diverse loop walk takes you through a bird-filled native forest sanctuary, up to panoramic 360-degree clifftop views, and along a historic Army Bay coastal extension.
Enjoy a beachside lunch and optional swim on the safe, golden sands of Te Haruhi Bay before completing the serene wetland loop back.
Top off your perfect Sunday by stopping on the drive home for a relaxed, sun-soaked craft beer in Wade Bar & Bistro garden bar.
Duration: About 3.0 - 3.5 hours hike including stops.
Distance: Approx 5-7 km.
Difficulty: 2.25 - 2.5 on our 1-5 scale for day hikes.
Low Tide: 5pm
Cost for Car Poolers: $15 - Please pay the driver your cash contribution to car pooling at Freemans Bay, otherwise you may not be able to come.
Toilets will be available at the start.
🟡 How the Grading Works:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/17iZoaM7SFaQcuyBF-AecNY8YBZeUpdxIvUmqpPfv1wo/edit?usp=drivesdk
🟡 Post-Hike Gathering (Optional):
After our adventure, you're welcome to join us for some well-deserved relaxation and camaraderie at The Wade Bar & Bistro, Silverdale.
🟡 PLEASE: No smoking, animals, children or guests.
🟡 First Timers & Regulars:
We kindly request a $5 donation to support our website and enhance the safety of our group and extend a warm welcome to newcomers.
You can pay your donation by cash on the day or directly to our bank account 12-3430-0791504-00 - many thanks.
🟡 Important Notes:
We will be walking on a number of roads and shared paths. It is important to keep left and follow general road safety.
🟡 Health and Safety Information:
All Auckland Global Trekkers organisers work on a strictly voluntary basis and hold NO responsibility or liability for any injury, or loss suffered during the events organised.
Each person who participates accepts responsibility for making their own determinations and for their own safety, conduct and well being; recognising that there are hazards in attending group and outdoor activities and agrees to participate solely at their own risk.
🟡 Preparation is the key to having a good day:
Check the weather
Do you have the correct clothing and shoes?.
Do you know where the meeting places are?
🟡 Meeting Places:
AGT Meeting Place - 100 Wellington Street
Shakespear Regional Park, 1501 Whangaparaoa Road, Army Bay
The Wade Bar & Bistro, 2 Tavern Road, Silverdale
🟡 Carpooling:
Carpooling will be arranged for everyone meeting at Freemans Bay. Best efforts, no guarantees.
Just ANSWER the RSVP question.
🟡 Time Guideline:
09:00 - Good Time to meet at Freemans Bay
09:15 - Car Pooling organised and leave
10:20 - All arrive at Shakespear Regional Park
10:30 - Introductions
and start the trek.
12:30 - Lunch at Army Bay
14:30 - Complete Hike
15:00 - 16:00 - The Wade Bar & Bistro (Optional)
17:00 - Arrive back at CBD
🟡 Maps and More Information:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/MakPVfEsizbxRrHh9
https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/en/parks-recreation/find-park-beach/park-detail/226.html
https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/content/dam/ac/docs/parks-recreation/map-shakespear-regional-park.pdf
🟡 Walk Description & Directions:
Starting from the Waterfall Gully car park follow the yellow markers for the Heritage Trail entering the predator-proof fence follow the track past the waterfall as it begins a gentle, steady climb before the bush opens into rolling green farmland, you will pass a World War II pillbox gun emplacement.
Merge onto the blue-marked Lookout Track to reach the highest point in the park stopping at the large wooden picture frame for a spectacular 360-degree view of the Hauraki Gulf and downtown Auckland.
From the lookout, follow the red markers of the Tiritiri Track heading east walking along the clifftops through farm paddocks shared with grazing sheep, you will pass the historic WWII ship degaussing station before descending the stairs directly to the edge of Te Haruhi Bay.
Upon hitting the beach, turn left (east) and follow the flat, gravel coastal track that wraps around the headland toward Army Bay past historical coastal defence structures before looping back to the main beach.
Sit at one of the grassy picnic areas under the shade of the mature trees or head straight onto the sand. The bay offers public toilet facilities, fresh drinking water, and calm waters if you want a refreshing midday swim.
After lunch, walk past the campground toilets and follow the white markers of the Ōkoromai Track heading north. This flat, final leg takes you through a serene wetland area before looping right back to your vehicle at Waterfall Gully.
🟡 Capture the Moment:
Share your best photos of the day to have a chance to have it featured on our Instagram & Facebook Accounts.
🟡 What to Bring:
Appropriate clothing for the weather conditions.
Comfortable shoes suitable for a variety of terrains.
Sun protection and emergency rain gear.
Personal first-aid items.
🟡 Additional Notes:
Safety and togetherness are our priorities. We will make stops at all track junctions to ensure the group stays together.
Punctuality is key, and we will depart on time, so please be prompt.
We can't wait to go trekking with you on Sunday - Jodi and the AGT Team.
Going
Register to see all event details
Where your group belongs