View out to Rangitoto Island from Maungauika/North Head
Family-friendly walks in Auckland
Introduction
Take your kids on one of these short, interesting walks in Auckland.-
![Tiritiri Matangi Island walks]( "Tiritiri Matangi Island walks")
PopularTiritiri Matangi Island walks
See a variety of native birds on the walks on this pest-free island, as well as views of the surrounding islands.Duration 20 min - 4 hrDifficulty Easiest, Easy -
![Motutapu Island longer walks]( "Motutapu Island longer walks")
Motutapu Island longer walks
Some interesting walks for kids with WWII gun emplacements and tunnels to explore.Duration Various: 35 min - 4 hr 30 minDifficulty Easy -
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Motutapu Island shorter walks
Walk through regenerating forest on the Rotary Centennial Walkway or walk the Wetland Track and explore WWII sites.Duration Various: 40 min - 1 hr 10 minDifficulty Easy -
![Motutapu Walkway]( "Motutapu Walkway")
Motutapu Walkway
The Motutapu Walkway takes you from Islington Bay on Rangitoto Island across the causeway to Home Bay and Emu Bay on Motutapu Island.Duration Various: 1 - 1 hr 30 minDifficulty Expert -
![Fort Takapuna Historic Walk]( "Fort Takapuna Historic Walk")
PopularFort Takapuna Historic Walk
Introduce your family to the fort's military history, as you wander around the reserve. Enjoy superb views of the Hauraki Gulf.Duration 30 minDifficulty Easiest -
![Maungauika/North Head Historic Walk]( "Maungauika/North Head Historic Walk")
PopularMaungauika/North Head Historic Walk
Explore defences that were placed on the headland to protect Auckland from feared Russian invasions.Duration 1 hr one wayDifficulty Easiest
