Take a hike on these Auckland tracks
Get outdoors and explore Auckland this summer by hiking through our beautiful countryside.
Walks for every Auckland landscape
Whether it’s rugged black-sand surf beaches, dense native forest, rolling green pastures or urban city centres, there’s always something different to see and do.
Picnic in a park this summer
Summer's here so it's time to plan a picnic in one of Auckland's beautiful parks.
Gather around these sizzling Auckland BBQ spots
Fire up the grill on one of Auckland Council's free barbecues.
Ranger recommendations: Whakanewha Regional Park
See Ranger Dan Beauchamp's favourite things to do at Whakanewha Regional Park.
Al fresco in Auckland - Dining out this summer
With beautiful beaches, huge parks and a wide range of cultures, there are food adventures and outings to suit all budgets.
Parks to see on two wheels
Get out on your bike this summer and explore some of our region's great parks.
Get active this summer with AKL Paths
Get those legs moving, wheels rolling and dogs panting at some of our region's great paths.
Beach etiquette for dogs
There's nothing a dog loves more than a day at the beach, but living in Auckland means our four-legged friends need to learn to share the space with others. Make sure you and your dog are ready to display perfect manners when you hit the beach this summer.
Seven doggy day bag musts
Make sure you've got these essential items on hand for trips to the beach with your dog.