Last Updated: 3rd Aug 2024
Heyward Point
Last Updated: 3rd Aug 2024
Open
Grunt Factor: 12 ?
Gnarl Factor: 31 ?
6.2km
475m
475m
185m
Last Updated: 3rd Aug 2024
Last Updated: 3rd Aug 2024
Open
Grunt Factor: 12 ?
Gnarl Factor: 31 ?
6.2km
475m
475m
185m
Urban fringe
Out and Back
Undulating, some big hills
Native bush
Plantation/exotic forest
Coastal
Easy Single Track
Moderate Single Track
Average Uphill Gradient: +15.0%
Average Downhill Gradient: -15.0%
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1:20
Slow
1:00
Moderate
0:40
Fast
The trail starts with a sharp uphill that quickly reveals great views over the harbour mouth and the Taiaroa Heads (home to the albatrosses) beyond. This can be quite greasy after rain so take care.
It's then a case of following the marker poles as the track follows parallel to the coast just back from the cliff edge - more great views out over the coast and beyond.
After a while the track crosses a stile and drops into regenerated bush. Head downhill and emerge back into the open through a small gate. At this point the trail may be a bit vague (especially in spring/summer when the grass grows tall!) but essentially you just point your nose downhill and head for the light signal that eventually comes into view on the cliff top. Take a few moments to enjoy the spectacular coastal scenery & see if you can spot any seals or other interesting wildlife, then re-trace your steps back to the start.
Fantastic coastal views
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Limited parking (space for 2-3 cars) on the side of the road by track start. Not hard to find somewhere nearby otherwise.
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Easy.
Very patchy.
Short-sleeved thermal top, Windproof jacket, Gloves, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Cellphone, Map
None - bring your own
Can be a bit muddy/slippery after rain.
Take care when track is wet, particularly on the firs/last section when sidling across the headland
Union Co Cafe
2 George St, Port Chalmers
Great coffee, great food incl. some wonderful home baking.
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