Tāmaki Drive
Auckland, New Zealand
Point-to-point trail in Auckland, New Zealand. Scenic drive.
- Distance
- 5.1 mi (8.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 171 ft (52 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 45 min
- High point
- 69 ft (21 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Overseas Air Terminal 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from start
- Shelter 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from start
- Shelter 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from start
- Beach: Ōkahu Bay Beach 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from start
- Shelter 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from start
- Shelter 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from start
- Shelter 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from start
- Historic site: Michael Joseph Savage Memorial 3 mi (4.9 km) from start
- Shelter 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from start
- Toilets: Kohimarama Beach Changing Rooms and Toilets 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from start
- Beach: Kohimarama Beach 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from start
- Beach: Saint Heliers Beach 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from start
- Historic site: Vellenoweth Memorial Seat 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from start
- Historic site: Water Supply Memorial Fountain 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from start
- Drinking water: St Heliers Memorial Fountain 5 mi (8 km) from start
- Shelter: The Bus Shelter 5 mi (8.1 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Tāmaki Drive
How long is Tāmaki Drive?
Tāmaki Drive is 5.1 mi (8.2 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 45 min. It climbs 171 ft (52 m) in total, up to a high point of 69 ft (21 m).
How hard is Tāmaki Drive?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Tāmaki Drive?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Tāmaki Drive?
Drinking water on the way at 1.1 mi (1.7 km), 2 mi (3.3 km), 4.2 mi (6.7 km), 4.9 mi (7.8 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 2 mi (3.3 km), 3.3 mi (5.3 km), 4.2 mi (6.7 km).
Is Tāmaki Drive shaded?
Partly shaded (34% under trees).
What can you do on Tāmaki Drive?
Best for Scenic drive.
Where can you eat near Tāmaki Drive?
Noodle Canteen, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Snacker Convenience Store, 0.2 mi (0.3 km).
Is this a good week for Tāmaki Drive?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap