A coastal walk on the North Shore between Takapuna and Milford, running right beside the harbour with sea-level views to Rangitoto Island and the Hauraki Gulf. Reviewers call it one of the most scenic walks on the North Shore, and worth repeating. Shorebirds are a highlight, with white-fronted terns and oystercatchers along the shore, and one walker spotted a shearwater. The walk links to a shops and beach stretch at Milford, and public transport access is described as very good.
The beach is not especially quiet and can get busy, and the sand is rocky, one reviewer says. High tide can make parts of the walk impassable, so the tide decides how much of the shore you can cover. Our pick on the North Shore for a harbour walk with birds and views.