Mānutewhau Walk Reserve — Attraction in Henderson-Massey

This loop path through West Harbour will appeal to the whole family.

Start your adventure in Manutewhau Reserve on Moire Road, or from any of the local connecting streets along the route. The Manutewhau Reserve playground has lots of fun equipment and a basketball half court for children to develop their locomotor skills, balance and upper body strength. There is plenty of natural shade and seating.

Wind your way through the native bush - some of the lushest remaining in the Waitakere urban area.

The path emerges onto Oreil Avenue. Cross the road, then continue through St Margarets Park, where you'll find another small children's playground.

Cross Fitzherbert Avenue and follow the path through Flaunty Place and Flaunty Reserve. Take a short walk to the top of the hill to enjoy the stunning views of the Waitematā Harbour, while children race each other on the side-by-side slides.

From here, follow the accessway path which connects Sumich Place and Kayle Glen, through...

It's a lovely little spot, in the middle of the suburbs. It has a biggish pond, which is fenced for safety. There are different trails, with steps and slopes, which makes it a good workout. There are two entrances to the park. It gets very muddy and slippery with the rain, although it is very well maintained and clean. There is a nice playground close to one of the entrances I would have preferred benches along the walking trail, so you can sit and enjoy the...

A nice walk in the burbs, feels like you are in nature for just a wee bit of time. The concrete path makes it easy for all ages/abillities but does take away a bit from a true nature walk. Worth a look and a change of scenary if you like to get out and...