Le Roys Bush, Auckland

Le Roys Bush spans 12 hectares of land, connecting Highbury in Birkenhead to Little Shoal Bay Reserve through a network of natural trails and wooden boardwalks.

Edward Le Roy purchased the land in 1918, naming it Urutapu and developing ponds for water lilies while managing flooding issues throughout the property.

The northern valley, originally named Te Uruwao by early Māori people, contains a stream that forms a high waterfall within the reserve.

The reserve features a 4-kilometer walking path with steep wooden stairs and raised boardwalks, requiring approximately 60 minutes to complete the circuit.

The stream flowing through the reserve received the name Te Wai Manawa in 2015 following consultations with local mana whenua representatives.

Location: Auckland

GPS coordinates: -36.81290,174.73210

Latest update: March 3, 2025 04:03