Goldie Bush Walkway
Track category
Walking track
Time:
1 hr one way
Distance:
4.5 km one way
Description
Goldie Bush Walkway can be walked from either Constable Rd or Horseman Rd. From Constable Rd the walkway descends through the Motutara Scenic Reserve to cross Mokoroa Stream then enters the Goldie Bush Scenic Reserve, climbing through coastal forest with regenerating kauri, to exit at Horseman Rd, or return the way you came.
Young kauri grove, Motutara Scenic
Reserve
For a longer, more challenging loop walk, the Mokoroa Stream Track leaves the Goldie Bush Walkway at the Mokoroa Stream.
To walk to Mokoroa Falls from Horseman Rd follow the Goldie Bush Walkway for 5 minutes, then turn right onto the Mokoroa Falls Track.
Getting there
The Goldie Bush Walkway is near Muriwai, approximately 45km from Auckland City.
To get to Muriwai, follow SH16 to Waimauku and turn left onto Muriwai Rd. The walkway can be accessed from either Constable Rd or Horseman Rd.
Plan and prepare
- Track becomes slippery after periods of rain
- Dogs are not permitted on the tracks because of the threat they pose to stock and wildlife. Exceptions include certified guide dogs and permitted hunting dogs.
Guides and commercial tourism providers