The forest tracks had dried out considerably after the longest dry period for many a month. Fun at riverhead, kumeu, auckland trail directory wild things. Explore the most popular trails in riverhead forest with handcurated trail maps. Auckland councils auckland design manual, which includes. The branch operates a rifle range on weir road in the matariki forest.
Can be busy on weekends as numerous groups use the forest for various activities but should always find a park. Overdimension vehicle route maps 1 0 2km traffic light scale 1. Welcome to our riverhead new zealand street or road map page. Riverhead forest mountain biking trails trailforks. Riverhead is a small, historically predominantly workingclass town located at the head of the waitemata harbour in the northwest of auckland, new zealand. Riverhead forest avondale racecourse north shore cemetery and crematorium schnapper. This town has had its 15 minutes in the spotlight appearing in movies bridge to teribithia and crooked earth citation needed and the.
This page provides a complete overview of riverhead maps. Visitors to riverhead will definitely find plenty to explore and enjoy. Explore aucklands coastline, marvel at a waterfall, hike a trail, walk the dog or follow a walkway or track to a lookout. There are currently no members to show for this trail. Get your 3day weather forecast for riverhead, auckland, new zealand. Get thee to freeriden in huapai, grab a map and a coffee and ask ryan the good spots to ride. Situated in auckland, 22 km from auckland harbour bridge and 26 km from north head historic reserve, ferrymead gardens offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and air conditioning. Government land for nothing scheme proclaimed the auckland star in 1921, in reference to the proposed riverhead homestead settlement scheme, which surveyed 5465 acres of what is now riverhead forest into 36 allotments. New zealand deerstalkers association auckland branch range. Riverhead topographic map in ny viewable online in jpg format as a free download. While some opportunities exist for innovative development subject to comprehensive planning and design, the basic street pattern should reflect that in existing riverhead, including through appropriate road connections.
Riverhead forest is a forest in auckland region and has an elevation of 86 meters. There are lots of unnamed mountain bike and motor bike tracks there, very easy get lost. From start gate follow long bush road for 1km then left up link rd then right. Transit new zealand overdimension vehicle route maps 1 0 2km traffic light scale 1. Bike trails biking name paintings state forest trail maps auckland west coast walks proposal. Servicing riverhead forest when looking for caravan rental make sure you visit the team at smiley caravans. In riverhead, there are 2 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. You can also try a different route while coming back by adding multiple destinations. Map of trails in riverhead forest directions print map. Riverhead wcrc trails mountain bike trail in auckland.
Riverhead forest avondale racecourse north shore cemetery and crematorium. Riverhead forest 16 september leader shena mcgregor it was a lovely spring day. Riverhead, auckland, new zealand three day weather. Riverhead hobsonville hobsonville point swanson glendene kelston new lynn new windsor owairaka mt albert waterview. Public transport on surrounding roads but nothing direct to start. Overcrowded classrooms of more than 30 students and difficulties keeping up with the needs of an increasing population of english language learners are among the pressing issues that school officials say. Top sights around the area include auckland zoo, princes wharf and auckland ferry terminal.
Hobsonville beach haven city ferry auckland transport. Riverhead topographic map, ny usgs topo quad 40072h6. Riverhead forest bike trail, january the riverhead state forest was planted on hectares of poor gum land from 1929 to owned today by carter holt harvey, the forest is popular for its biking trails. I had originally thought of driving from there to another entry point but i. The range is primarily used for competition, sighting in rifles, testing reloads and generally having good time. An amazing place to stay, it had a lovely country feel whilst still being only a short drive to all amenities. L ocated approximately 40km northwest of auckland city is the extensive. The auckland region, showing places mentioned in the tables. A like minded group of people running in trees, getting fit, hanging out and highlighting the awesome that is riverhead forest. Auckland ferry to auckland glen eden ranui sunnyvale te atatu south lincoln west harbour kumeu waitakere huapai riverhead hobsonville hobsonville point swanson glendene kelston new lynn green bay titirangi woodlands park waima wood bay laingholm blockhouse.
Waiheke islands park and bridlepath development could well be a standard for us all to attempt to replicate elsewhere. Part 4 of the guideline which identifies routes in current use by overdimension vehicles and loads. Riverhead forest is a forest in auckland region and has an elevation of 109 meters. About the trails riverhead forest is home to some great riding during the dryer months, if you know where to look. This is a simple loop there are many other options in the forest, take trail forks with auckland loaded into your phone and explore. The region around riverhead and the neighbouring towns of kumeu and huapai is known for its vineyards. Explore auckland s coastline, marvel at a waterfall, hike a trail, walk the dog or follow a walkway or track to a lookout. I need a total number of supporters to be presented to kevin who is on our side to the new owners in a.
Riverhead south covers a substantial area that has the potential to affect the character of riverhead as a whole. Whangaparoa peninsula, about 12 miles northwest of auckland. From simple political to detailed satellite map of riverhead, rodney, auckland, new zealand. New school the wcrc compound purpose built mtb trails and one of aucklands best pump.
The 10 best things to do near the riverhead tripadvisor. There is an arc park on the island that has good bridlepaths, and the local pony club\adult ride seem to have a good working relationship with the park rangers. Riverhead, overlooking riverhead tavern, riverhead forest top of aerial photo. Welcome to west coast riders club west coast riders club wcrc is a registered charity dedicated to the creation and preservation of a mountain bike mtb facility located approximately 30 minutes northwest of central auckland in riverhead forest. Urgently indicating your support of the use of riverhead forest for horse riders. We will be in a pine tree plantation forest, a little different to the native forests. Climb a maunga mountain, take in the sights or walk coast to coast with our featured paths. Riverhead forest lies on the central hills between muriwai and the. Weekly updates of riverhead forest activities and groups using it. Youtube channels tools trail karma stats help about contribute. Select an option below to see stepbystep directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in rome2rios travel planner.
Overdimension vehicle route maps 04 auckland waka kotahi. There are 6 ways to get from auckland to riverhead by bus, taxi, car or towncar. Riverhead is a small, historically predominantly workingclass town located at the head of the. Digital topo map dvd and paper map purchase of the riverhead usgs topo quad at 1. The routes have been identified by consultation with the road transport industry, and engineers and planners from territorial authorities. Range use is free for members of the auckland branch of the deerstalkers association. Rodney greenways kumeu, huapai, waimauku and riverhead.
The most populous urban area in the country, auckland has an urban. Maungatauhoro and perimeter track loop auckland, new. Riverhead rambling, auckland, auckland trail directory. Riverhead forest is operated by matariki forests, under crown licence. While much of the land is pasture, woodhill and riverhead forests are. For over 20 years we have been specialising in long or short term caravan rentals for accommodation purposes. New zealand north island auckland region auckland riverhead forest.
Map of riverhead hotels and attractions on a riverhead. Search our paths or explore a featured path from the list below and get your summer sorted. Best trails in riverhead forest auckland, new zealand alltrails. The route may change on the day, but the length will remain the same. Yr weather statistics for riverhead forest, auckland. You can grab the riverhead new zealand street map and move it around to recentre the map. The forest is shared with motorbikes so expect a couple of ruts to deal with, awesome for developing your technical skills heaps of gravel roads too if youre into that. Riverhead forest, auckland new zealand topographic map.
Wcrc has good signage but otherwise the best way to get to know the trails is to tag along on a social ride, or attend an event. Riverhead forest map auckland region, new zealand mapcarta. To find the return map from riverhead to auckland cbd auckland, begin with entering start and end locations in calculator control and click on show return map. Greetings everyone, on sunday we are going to walk through parts of the riverhead forest. Map, new york, suffolk county, riverhead library of congress. Riverhead wcrc trails is a singletrack mountain bike trail in auckland, new zealand.
Plenty of parking on gravel road outside gate at northern end of forestry road. Auckland to riverhead 6 ways to travel via bus, and line. S2n2s, riverhead, auckland trail directory wild things. Sanborn fire insurance map from riverhead, suffolk county, new york. Even if some of you dont use riverhead forest, please support the nonclosure for your fellow horse riding buddies. Barlow road gate car park riverhead forest unnamed mountain bike and motor bike tracks and roads. Always watch out high speed downhill mountain bikes. When the north auckland line connected kumeu with auckland via rail in 1881, the coastal shipping became. An easy, pleasant run in riverhead forest on forestry roads so nothing technical. Yr weather forecast for riverhead forest, auckland new.
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