Walk Details
NZ Walking Routes > Auckland > South Auckland > Otuataua Stonefields - Mangere
Otuataua Stonefields - Mangere
- Location
- The Otuataua Stonefields can be reached from 56 Ihumatao Quarry Road, Ihumatao (Mangere), south of Mangere Bridge.
- Description
The landscape is desolate and rocky – a stark reminder of Auckland's volcanic past. Walking through Otuataua Stonefields is like stepping into another world, yet just a 10 minute drive away, one million people go about their daily lives.
A range of walks are available, taking in historical, botanical or geological aspects. The walks also provide views of the Manukau Harbour, the Manukau Heads, beaches, and suburbs across the Manukau. Otuataua Stonefields were created by volcanic eruptions 20,000 years ago. Otuataua is an important archaeological site and educational resource where one can see clearly how people used to live and interact with their environment. Apart from signs of human habitation, visitors can also see examples of the native cucumber and the last remnants of Auckland's forests of titoki and kanuka.
- Level
- Medium
- Amenities
-
- Carpark
- Historical
- Source
- www.doc.govt.nz
- Discussion
- Start a discussion on this walk