Pukerua Park for Escarpment Walk is a walking track listing at 81 Sea Vista Dr, Pauatahanui, Porirua, with a Google rating of 4.6.
A good walking track is clearly marked, well drained and honest about how long it takes, so you can judge the effort before you set out. Coastal escarpment walks around Wellington are exposed to wind and weather, and the conditions at the top often differ from those at the start, so a windproof layer, sturdy shoes and water are sensible even on a short walk. Regulars know that clay and grass sections stay slippery for a day or two after rain, that clear mornings give the best views, and that it is worth taking care near any drop. Check the forecast, tell someone where you are going, and allow time to finish before dark. Keep dogs under control and take your rubbish home.
For walkers in Pauatahanui and around Porirua, this escarpment walk is a well-rated local outing worth planning around the weather.