Eskdale Reserve

Eksdale reserve is located between Glenfield and Birkdale suburbs in the North Shore region of greater Auckland. I would say this reserve is the pair of lungs of Glenfield and Birkdale, as the lush green patch right in the centre of this suburban precinct cleaning emissions of the surrounding area. The reserve extends to about 74ha and is one of the most unique urban eco systems in the Auckland ecological landscape. It also has connections to the few remaining salt water mixed swamps in Auckland.nnThere are multiple walking tracks in this reserve which you can access from a couple of points on Glenfield Rd, Eksdale Rd, Lauderdale Rd, Beach Haven Rd, Seaview Rd, Brunton place etc., where street parking is widely available. These easy, shady bush walking tracks are perfectly suitable for anyone, particularly on sweltering summer days. In the winter, parts of the tracks get muddy, but most parts are gravel laid and well maintained so it is not as bad. Mountain biking and dogs on leash allowed.nnThis native bush thrives with nikau palms, young kauri trees and ponga tree ferns and the Kaipatiki Stream runs along this reserve. In the spring or after a rain, you can see a little waterfall if you access the reserve from Eksdale side.

This is a nice bush loop track that is really well maintained by the council. My 7yo and I had a great walk / run around it. There is a stream running through the area and it’s very peaceful. I’d like to go back :-

Awesome to find a good bush walk so close to town that is off-leash for dogs. Judging from the reviews it is popular, but we almost had it to ourselves. Be prepared for a bit of mud. Waterfall near the middle is pretty.

Enjoyable and easy autumn bush walk. Path leading towards stream track can be slippery

A very nice large bush reserve in the middle of dense residential area.nOnce we step in, we forget that we are living in a suburban area. It is so huge and wonderful.nThere are a lot of walks in the reserve and one can easily spend from an hour to almost a day.nCar parks are available on side of glenfield road or domain road.nTrack are well maintained, though can be muddy and slippery in wet weather.nHighly recommended for an easy break from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Directions to Eskdale Reserve with public transportation

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