Sanctuary Fenceline

You're essentially following the predator proof fence line of Zealandia Sanctuary so keep your eyes and ears peeled for native birds.
The new bigger Brooklyn Wind Turbine is always worth a stop for selfies and views
Wrights Hill makes a nice detour too

Small parking area and small amount of street parking by the playground. Would recommend car pooling if you're a large group, but never had any problems parking there. Not really accessible by public transport.

There's no toilets at the start/finish so make sure you go before you go! Nearest post run cafes/bars (see later) are a short 5 minute drive away on Aro St.

3 km

10 minutes

Yes

No

Easy.

Make navigation of this route super-easy by using the Capra app on your phone. View on Capra .

I hope I've covered these in the description above!
The main ones are:
At the Wright's Hill junction to stick to the main track just keep going up the next bit of uphill rather than turning off towards the parade grounds. That said, Wright's Hill is a nice detour.
Make sure you follow the Campbell St signs just after the Wright's Hill junction.
Make sure you take the wooden steps on the left of the track in the last km or so.

Otherwise it's pretty difficult to get lost!

Perfect throughout.

Long-sleeved thermal top, Seam-sealed waterproof jacket, Gloves, Beanie/thermal headwear, Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Cellphone, Map.

Very little en route, take what you need. There's a tap by the buildings at the top of the concrete zigzags near Zealandia, but that's near the end (if you're doing the route clockwise as described) anyway.

Generally fairly sheltered even in windy conditions. Can get warm when the sun is out so take sunscreen. Can be slippery on the main track and muddy on the single track sections after wet weather.

Watch out for mountain bikers, although the track is wide enough to accommodate everyone. Some quite rocky descents, take care of your ankles on these!

Aro Cafe
Aro St, Aro Valley
http://www.arocoffee.co.nz
Consustently good all round post run food and coffee, good seasonal selections of food, caters well for vegetarians.

Arobake
Aro St, Aro Valley
http://www.arobake.co.nz
Good selection of sandwiches, pies and baked goods, I personally recommend the lemon sour cake and their chocolate eclairs were recently described by one runner as "possibly the best eclair I've ever had".

Garage Project Tap Room
91 Aro st, Aro Valley
http://www.garageproject.co.nz
Quite simply some of the best beer in Wellington, if not New Zealand is served here in this long narrow bar space (don't worry you can stink the other patrons out if there's a large group of you!). Only downside is they only serve little snacks, so no post run hot chips here. They also have their brewery across the road for take aways should you fancy a litre or two of their offerings.