Beagle Walk - Lake Hakanoa, Huntly - Sunday, 28 September 2025
Location: Lake Hakanoa, HuntlyPromenade, Westhaven
Date: Sunday, 28 September 2025
Time: 10am
Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/27XpKUn1pdDtX4MK7
Meeting Place: Carpark at the end of Park Ave through the Domain gates. Look out for the Club Flag. See photo below. There are toilets here.
Route: Lake Hakanoa is a riverine lake with links to Waikato River. It is located within the eastern side of the Huntly township. The domain, lake and surrounding wetlands cover 230 acres. There is a 3.6km walking track around the lake and trout were introduced to the lake in 1907 (however, these days koi carp and mosquito fish are the most common.) This is a loop walk and we hope to walk right around the lake - although sometimes wet weather can flood one area making this difficult. But it’s still a good walk with lots of lovely themed gardens to see along the way. A flat easy walk with wide paths.
Directions:
If coming from the North (Auckland):
• Head south on SH1 heading to Hamilton.
• Take the Huntly turn off – onto Great South Road
• Continue on Great South Road, turn left into Bells Crossing Street -
• Over the railway lines – turn right onto Hakanoa Street then left onto Park Ave
• Drive to the end and through the gates to the Domain look for the Club Flag in the car park by the Lake.
If coming from the South:
• Head to Huntly on Great South Road, drive past the township.
• Turn right onto Bells Crossing Street
• Over the railway lines, turn right then left onto Park Ave. Flag at the end of the road through the Domain gates in the car park by the Lake.
Walk Time: Approximately 45-60 minutes.
On leash/Off leash: This is an on-leash area but there is a fenced dog exercise area nearby.
Cup of Tea anyone? Please stay and socialize after the walk. The Club will be providing free morning tea for members. Non-members- koha gold coin donation.
Contact: Please contact Ray Linton-Brown if you have any queries about this walk 021 618 465.
Remember: It is advisable not to leave any valuables in vehicles, and to wear appropriate clothing and footwear for poor weather conditions and off road walking.
Don’t forget to take water and poo bags for your dogs.
Rain, hail or shine our Beagle walks go ahead!
