Centennial Park

A little bit of Titirangi in Campbell’s Bay. My kids grew up playing tennis at the club and walked through the park to school. Good walking trails through the bush, a favourite with dog walkers. Bordered by the golf course up on East Coast Road and with two entrances (one at the end of Rae Rd and on Beach Rd). Nice sea views from the higher grassed areas where there’s the occasional seat. You’re also close to Campbell’s Bay Beach, head further down Beach Rd and turn right into Huntly Rd.

In Summer, when our four legged friends aren’t allowed on the beach during the day, this is my go-​to walking spot. Dogs are allowed off-​lead and my dogs, who have grown up on the beach, get very excited by the new smells/​sights of the bush. Not too mention, the thick foliage offers welcome shade from the scorching heat.
My suggestions is to enter the park via Beach Road, as if you’re going to Campbells Bay Tennis Club, and park just inside the gate. Once parked, veer to the right and you will find yourself on the Kohekohe track — a 40minute loop up the right-​hand side of the park and back down the gully. Although the path is well trodden, definitely wearing a decent pair sneakers — the terrain can be a tad sketchy!
If you want to make an afternoon of it, there is a beautiful, grassy clearing at the start of the track that would be perfect for a picnic on a hot day!