Meola Creek

Meola Creek is a waterway that originates near Hampstead Road in Sandringham and flows through residential areas and parkland before emptying into Waitematā Harbour. The watercourse passes through several reserves and green spaces that form a connected recreation corridor.

The indigenous Tāmaki Māori people called this waterway Waitītiko, named after the shellfish that once thrived in its waters. The creek supported important harvesting practices for both shellfish and eels before European arrival.

The creek serves as a natural green corridor through the city where locals walk, cycle, and observe wildlife in their daily routines. Its reserves provide gathering spaces that bring community members outdoors and connect them to the waterway.

The creek can be accessed from multiple points, including Kerr Taylor Reserve and Roy Clements Treeway, which serve as convenient starting points. These entry points offer different routes and levels of difficulty for walking or cycling along the water.

The watercourse ends at Meola Reef, a natural formation created by an ancient lava flow that originated from a nearby volcanic source. This geological feature marks an unusual transition point where the creek meets the harbour.

Location: Waitematā

GPS coordinates: -36.86897,174.71792

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:42