10 October 2026
Cloudy, with rain developing at night. Northerlies.
14° / 21°
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Frank Holman Memorial Track
The Coronation Scenic Reserve is an area of bush-clad hills beside Western Hills Drive in central Whangārei. A network of walking tracks weaves through the reserve, which forms part of the larger Pukenui Forest.
Distance
6.8 km
Walking time
2 hours
Difficulty
Intermediate
Dogs
Not allowed
Wheelchair access
Not marked friendly
Current status
Alerts and track conditions
No active alerts found. Conditions can still change, so check again before leaving.
Weather outlook
Whangarei forecast
Issued 10 Oct 2026, 9:34 pm
11 October 2026
Mainly fine with a few showers before dawn, possibly heavy. Turning partly cloudy in the afternoon with the chance of a shower. Northwesterlies.
14° / 22°
12 October 2026
Fine. Westerlies, dying out in the evening.
13° / 22°
13 October 2026
Partly cloudy, with a few showers in the afternoon. Northwesterlies, dying out for a time in the afternoon and evening.
14° / 22°
14 October 2026
Partly cloudy, with the chance of a shower in the afternoon. Northwesterlies.
14° / 24°
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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Frank Holman Memorial Track on the map
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Essential preparation for Frank Holman Memorial Track
Access is from either Russell Road or Kauika Road, with steep inclines at both ends. The track passes through impressive stands of mature native trees, nikau groves, and a Māori pā site, with views across the city and harbour. The track can be slippery after rain, but was upgraded in 2022 with new surfacing, boxed steps, and the removal of unstable trees. If starting at Russell Road you can return the same way, or walk through to Kauika Road and continue down Wilson, Fifth, and Selwyn Avenues to link back via the Selwyn Avenue Link. This signposted track starts from the Quarry Arts Centre at the end of Selwyn Avenue, where there is a grass car park. It is surfaced, with numerous steps and boardwalks. After about 300 metres, an offshoot track leads to the pā site. The main track climbs to meet the Frank Holman Memorial Track on the ridge. Taking the pā site detour adds around 10 minutes to the walk. No dogs are allowed in the reserve, as it is home to North Island brown kiwi. Use these links on Google Maps to help find your way to Russell Road or Kauika Road .
Dog access for Frank Holman Memorial Track
No dogs allowed.
Before you walk Frank Holman Memorial 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.