Te Ara o Tupua Horo Nuku shared path

Walking time

1.5hr each way

Length

11.6km

Uses

Walking/Running, Mountain Biking, Wheelchair/Pram

Type

Shared trail

Walking difficulty

Easy: Walking track

Mountain Bike Grade

Easy: Grade 2

Profile

30m highest point

Dogs

Yes (on-lead)

About the trail

Te Ara o Tupua Horo Nuku is a 11.6km trail connecting Ngau Matau (Point Howard) and Mā-koromiko (Windy Point) in Eastbourne. The path can be walked or cycled in either direction. Tracing the coastline, the smooth, flat path is ideal for commuters and families with strollers alike.

As you go, you'll learn about the story of Ngake, one of the ancient spiritual phenomena who created Te Whanganui-a-Tara in traditional Māori narrative.

You'll also spot seabirds and maybe even a seal or two. The path offers views of the harbour heads and a different perspective of the cityscape.

At the northern end, users can connect to the Petone Esplanade or the Hutt River Trail. At the southern end, users can connect to the Pencarrow Coast Road, a gravel 4x4 trail that leads to the famous lighthouses.

Getting there

You can start Te Ara o Tupua Horo Nuku section from either:

Ngau Matau (Point Howard) in Seaview, or
Mā-koromiko (Windy Point) in Eastbourne, Lower Hutt.

Parking

Public transport

Access points

The trail surface on Te Ara o Tupua Horo Nuku.

Know before you go

For weather forecasts, check the MetService website.
Toilets are available at Ngau Matau (Point Howard) and Mā-koromiko (Windy Point).
The entire path is designed for wheelchair access.
Rest areas are available throughout the trail.
Dogs must be on leads.
This is a shared-use trail, and bikes must give way to pedestrians. Please be respectful and keep to your designated side of the path.
Fishing is not recommended along Te Ara o Tupua Horo Nuku but is allowed.

Two adults and two children riding bicycles on a gravel path surrounded by dense green trees and grass.

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