Historic steam traction engine on Old Mill Track
Image: Fenella Christian | DOC
Whangaparapara: Old Mill Track
Located in Great Barrier Island/Aotea in the Auckland region
Introduction
Discover the site of the Kauri Timber Company sawmill and an historic steam traction engine.Track overview
Dog access
No dogs
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Help stop kauri dieback
- Stay away from kauri tree roots.
- Clean your footwear and gear before and after visiting kauri forest.
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Check you are pest-free
Check, clean, and seal your gear to ensure you don't bring pests, soil, and seeds.
About this track
Description
Old Mill Track travels through rejuvenating bush. It follows the edge of mangroves to The Green Campsite (15 minutes), before crossing two steep spurs and descending to the site of the Kauri Timber Company sawmill and an historic steam traction engine.
At low tide, the track can be walked around the shoreline, beginning at The Green Campsite.
Getting there
Start the track from Whangaparapapa Road, near The Green Campsite.
Contacts
| Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland Visitor Centre | |
| Phone: | +64 9 379 6476 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | aucklandvc@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
Shop2, Shed 19, Princes Wharf 137 Princes Wharf Auckland 1010 |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 105 469 Auckland City 1143 |
| Full office details | |
