10 October 2026
Cloud increasing, and showers developing this evening. Northeasterlies.
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1 / 11Hunua Ranges Regional Park
Cossey Gorge Track
This is a lovely family-friendly return walk to the Wairoa Dam though the Cossey Gorge.
Distance
5 km
Walking time
1 hour
Difficulty
Easy
Dogs
Allowed — check local rules
Wheelchair access
Not marked friendly
Current status
Alerts and track conditions
Large slip at the top of Cossey Access Track
There is a detour on the top section of this track due to a large slip. The track is still open, but please use the road while work to undertake repairs is carried out. Check the signs showing the detour route.
Weather outlook
Auckland forecast
Issued 10 Oct 2026, 4:55 pm
11 October 2026
Showers, possibly heavy, easing to the odd light shower by midday. Scattered rain developing late evening. Northwesterlies.
12 October 2026
Showers becoming isolated in the morning but remaining cloudy. Northwesterlies developing in the morning.
13 October 2026
Mostly cloudy with isolated showers developing in the morning. Northwesterlies.
14 October 2026
Partly cloudy with isolated showers. Northwesterlies.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
Explore the area
Cossey Gorge Track on the map
See the full route on the map
Explore the track route and surrounding area before you set out.
About Cossey Gorge Track
From Hunua Falls, head up the well-signposted track to the swingbridge over Cossey Creek. The track then travels up the gorge through mature bush with a combination of gravel, boardwalk and bush tracks. Be ready for a good number of steps to get the blood pumping! Once you arrive at the noticeboard, continue along the road towards the gate to the Cossey Dam wall. Return the way you came. The Massey Track which can be used to turn this into a longer loop walk is closed.
Kauri protection guide
Visiting areas with healthy kauri trees Please make sure you follow these steps: Clean your footwear, tyres and equipment before and after visiting our kauri forests. If you are walking your dog, you should also make sure you clean their paws. Use cleaning stations every time you pass one while you are walking in a park. Stay on the tracks and keep off kauri roots. Stay away from closed tracks. Don't remove soil from, or bring soil into, areas with kauri trees.
Getting there for Cossey Gorge Track
The walk starts from the Hūnua Falls Parking area, located at the end of Falls Road. Use this location in Google Maps to find your way there.
Helpful resources
We encourage you to continue gaining the skills and knowledge required for a safe trip. The NZ Mountain Safety Council has lots of free resources and information you can use. These can be accessed via www.mountainsafety.org.nz . We recommend trying these online learning tools: Trip Planning Tramping / field Skills Basic Navigation River Safety Additionally, check out the range of helpful videos available from the NZ Mountain Safety Council YouTube channel .
Dog access for Cossey Gorge Track
On-leash
Before you walk Cossey Gorge Track
Track information, access and weather can change. Confirm current alerts and land-manager information close to departure, tell someone your plans, and carry equipment appropriate for the route and conditions.