Explore Wellington: Eastern Walkway

The Eastern Walkway extends along the southern end of Miramar Peninsula from the Pass of Branda to Tarakena Bay. The track is 2.5 km long and takes about one and a half hours to complete. The track surface is mainly gravel and much of the track is exposed.

The route is described here from the Pass of Branda to Tarakena Bay, but marker posts mean it can be walked in either direction or in the recommended circular route back along Breaker Bay Road (see map).

There is also an extra walk which can be done out to Point Dorset, allow one hour to discover World War II gun batteries and observation posts. Please don't climb or enter as they are unsafe and near collapse. The track is steep in places and very exposed.

Along the way you will see many Maori historical sites and spectacular views of Wellington Harbour. You will also learn about some of the fascinating history behind the geological formation and diverse local history of Miramar Peninsula.

From the city, take the No.11 Seatoun bus to the Seatoun terminal. Refer to the map for the Pass of Branda start (the walkway entrance is signposted).

All along the route are numerous seats and picnic spots. Dogs are permitted but must be on a leash. The walkway is closed to mountain bikers.

View a printable map (part one, part two), marking points of interest along the way.

You can pick up copies of all the Explore Wellington brochures from the Wellington Railway Station, Wellington Airport or i-SITE Visitor Centre (corner Victoria and Wakefield Streets).