Centennial Park is a park at 184 Beach Road in Connells Bay, Waiheke Island, rated 4.6 from 261 Google reviews. Reviewers mention dog-friendly walking tracks, forest, a loop track and native bush, and one describes short tracks through regenerating forest from a volunteer-led restoration project. Some review text refers to a park elsewhere, so treat the details with care and check them before you go.
A good bush or reserve walk needs a little planning. Wear shoes with grip for tracks that may be muddy after rain, carry water since island reserves may have little to buy, and bring a layer in case the weather turns. Check entrances and signs on arrival, keep dogs under control if they are allowed, and stay on formed tracks to protect regenerating forest. Early mornings are usually quieter.
For a bush walk on Waiheke, Centennial Park at Connells Bay is a place to check out.