Gills Scenic Reserve — Attraction in Upper Harbour

My partner and I loves to go sightseeing. We love to explore new places. We decided to go here and we love it. Parking: street parking from where you see the signage. Walking: Yes, just a minute or so and you'll get there. To do: explore or do picnic or just sit there and relax. Go down the stream but be careful. There are slippery slopes/rocks. Be...

Shaded by dense trees, this trail stays cool even on hot days, offering lovely views through the foliage and a surprising waterfall in the lower section. While most paths appear to have been well-maintained, the northwest section has a few fallen trees overhead and unfenced drop-offs. Not...

It's a steep track to the top (not the waterfall, that's only a few minutes walk from the start) but is very solidly built. A few sections are closed due to Kauri dieback but a loop to the top of Carol Lee / Quail Drive is open. Requires some physical fitness as it's about...