Walk the trail your way, either direction or in stages! Click the top-left menu on the map below to toggle on the route, checkpoints, playgrounds, and bus stops. Check the map to see who is offering Business Specials - then scan the QR code at the nearest checkpoint to unlock your voucher and support our local businesses!
š Track your walk: To see your live location on the trail, on your mobile phone, tap the "View larger map" icon [ ] in the top right corner of the map below to open it in your Google Maps app.
Getting Started
Walk the trail in either direction, or just between any two checkpoints - it's entirely up to you. Tap theĀ [ ] icon on the map to pinpoint your location and navigate in real time. Follow our colour-coded wayfinding signs: dark blue Gulf Harbour ā New World or light blue New World ā Gulf Harbour.
On the Map
Bus stops near the route are marked and link directly to AT timetables - note that some sections are not served by any bus route. Checkpoints, playgrounds, and local businesses with trail specials are all marked and clickable.
Step by Step Walking Directions
If you prefer to follow step-by-step walking instructions, tap your starting point below or download a copy to take offline.
Prefer to save it?
Download the PDF Directions - Gulf Harbour to New World or New World to Gulf Harbour
Join the Fun
Snap selfies at viewpoints, hidden treasures, and checkpoints, then post to Facebook or Instagram with #WhangaparaoaTreasureHunt for your chance to win regular prizes!
Did you know our printed trail maps double as a colouring competition? Kids aged 12 and under can win great prizes twice a year! Pick up your copy of our map at our holders at our New World or Gulf Harbour Marina check points.
Colour: Find the illustration on the inside of your printed map and colour it in.
Snap: Take a clear photo of the finished artwork (make sure the first name and age are written on it!).
Send: Upload the photo using the link below to enter our next draw.
Also thank you to the following businesses who support the on-going management and maintenance of the trail -Ā
If you are a local business and would like to offer a special for our trail participants please CLICK HERE or if you would like to take one of our Noticeboard Sponsor spots please contact support@businesswhangaparaoa.co.nz.
