Walk 23
Sunday Meander and Picnic via Lovers’ Leap *NEW*
Sunday 12th October
Lazy Sunday Walks - New
There are 2 Sunday Meander walks to choose from – but you will end up at the same destination
for each walk.
6 km walk – Sunday Meander and Picnic via Long Beach – WALK 22
Less than 3 km walk – Sunday Meander and Picnic via Lovers’ Leap – WALK 23
Sunday Meander and Picnic via Lovers’ Leap *NEW*
Sunday 12th October
This walk is less than 3 km long and takes in “Lovers Leap”, “Jim’s Walkway” and the “Fladgate Nature Trail” as well as an introduction to the talented artist Lindsay Scott. Her paintings are more like photographs!
You will be transported to Tapeka Point where you start the climb to the Tapeka Point Lookout. If you are lucky you will see dolphins. Descending to Rocky Beach you have the opportunity to swing on a traditional tyre swing.
The locals of Tapeka are known for their hospitality so you never know what will happen as you return to Jim’s Walkway. Jim is still around at the young age of 90 years old. He is the best person to explain his track!
Reaching the top of the track we will walk to Pukematu, a gated community. You will only be able to walk here as part of the Bay of Islands Walking Weekend. Enjoy 360-degree views.
The picnic blankets will be set up, you just need to bring your lunch, and a tipple or two if you want!
Don’t forget your drinking vessel. It’s a picnic style lunch venue. Note…we can always drop anything off you don’t want to carry!
When we are ready to return to the bowling club we will shuttle you back to town. Or you could walk back to Russell a different way. Our guides will explain.
Sunday 12th October
Assemble time: 9.30 am
Return to HQ: 3.30 pm
Name of Walk: Sunday Meader via Lover’s Leap
Duration 3 hours walking, up to 3 hours lazing
Distance Less than 3 km
Grade – medium to hard
Cost $ 20.00
Maximum number 20
