Western Springs Path

Walking time 25 mins

Walking steps 2275 steps

Distance 1.75 km

Western Springs Loop Path - Path start watch for trams when crossing the tracks.
Western Springs Loop Path - Path is wide and well-sealed.
Western Springs Loop Path - One of the numerous shaded spots.
Western Springs Loop Path - Fukuoka Gardens entry.
Western Springs Loop Path - Fukuoka Gardens.
Western Springs Loop Path - Children’s playground.
Western Springs Loop Path - Children’s playground.
Western Springs Loop Path - Path leading to bridge.
Western Springs Loop Path - One of many bridges over the lake.
Western Springs Loop Path - Picnic spots all along the path.
Western Springs Loop Path - Springs lake with numerous birds to see.
Western Springs Loop Path - Views through trees to the lake.
Western Springs Loop Path - Great open spaces on the southern side of the lake.
Western Springs Loop Path - Stone sculptures.
Western Springs Loop Path - Numerous places to sit in the shade and admire the view.

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Starts at 985 Great North Road, Western Springs

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About the path

A pleasant walk around Western Springs Lakeside Park and the tranquil Fukuoka Garden.

Start at the park entrance on Great North Road (easily accessible via the frequent bus service). Watch out for trams as you cross!

Follow the loop path through the park and around the lake. You'll have plenty of opportunities to view birds up close, including ducks, geese and pūkeko.

While some areas of the park are very popular, it's easy to find a spot away from the crowds to enjoy some peace and quiet. There are plenty of shaded seating areas and picnic tables located around the park, plus a few barbecues if you want to make a day of it.

Don't miss the breathtaking Fukuoka Garden (entry is free), with tea pavilion, waterfall and pond. The garden features over 1800 native Japanese and New Zealand species and bonsai trees, paving stones, lanterns and a water basin. The garden replaces the original Fukuoka Friendship Garden built in Auckland Zoo, which was given to Auckland in 1989 from Japan’s Fukuoka City in recognition of the sister-city relationship.

The large children's playground has activities to suit busy kids of all ages. It's located next to Auckland Zoo, so you might even spot an elephant through the fence!

Fukuoka Gardens:

Entry is free
Summer hours: 10am - 6.30pm
Winter hours: 10am - 5.30pm

Facilities

Drinking fountain
Playground
Public artwork
Public toilet

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Western Springs Lakeside

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