Walk Details
NZ Walking Routes > Auckland > West Auckland > Western Springs Park
Western Springs Park
- Location
- 731 Great North Road, Grey Lynn
- Description
- Western Springs Park is a sanctuary for both people and wildlife. It surrounds a natural spring-fed lake, one of Auckland's early water supplies. It can be explored by a well-developed network of footpaths that includes boardwalks through the wetlands and a walking track.The lake is a refuge for the native orea (eel), who can be seen trailing the swans and ducks. Along with the birds, the orea are tame and can be coaxed to take food. The eels are an original part of the cultural and ecological heritage of Western Springs Lake – a fact that is reflected in the lake's Maori name 'Te Wai Orea', which means 'waters of the eel'. Around the shores and wetlands, wild fowl including native Pūkeko, Teal, Australian Coot and Shovelers can be freely viewed amongst regenerating native plants, wide-open lawns, gardens, water gardens and water lilies.
- Level
- Easy
- Amenities
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- BBQs
- Benches
- Birds
- Carpark
- Dogs Allowed
- Picnics
- Plant Life
- Playground
- Toilets
- Wheelchair Access
- Source
- www.aucklandcity.govt.nz
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