Henderson Creek

Follow the path and reflect on history.  Henderson Creek was once a hive of activity for traders, vintners, farmers, orchardists and families.  Now it's quiet - a place for recreation and reflection.

Historic highlights along the way include the arch, in Swan Arch Park, was built by the recluse, Henry Swan in 1909. Further upstream is the Tui Glen Motor Camp - which is New Zealand’s earliest motor camp, and remains of dams and mills, a legacy of Henderson's timber milling industry. 

Check out the international Walkway of Trees sourced from all over the world and the stunning Japanese gardens created as a gift by Waitakere's sister city of Kakogawa.  To cool off after your walk take a dip at the Aquatic Centre or enjoy the view of the Henderson Creek from the historic Falls Hotel Cafe.  Just behind the hotel is the band rotunda - focus of the annual jazz festival and the city's new artist-designed bridge, referred to as McLeod's crossing.

Henderson Creek is also a good spot to safely test your kayaking skills with ducks as witness.

How to get there

Join the walkway in Te Atatu from Flanshaw Rd, Sherwood Ave, Sylvan Cres, Quiet St, Colletta Lane, or in Henderson at Cranwell Park, Falls Park, Alderman Drive, Edmonton Rd, Tui Glen Reserve, Central Park Drive or Chilcott Road.

View the Te Atatu end location map.

View the Henderson end location map.