| Tamaki Drive | |
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| Route information | |
| Length | 5.1 mi (8.2 km) |
| Existed | 1932–present |
| Location | |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Districts | Ōrākei, Mission Bay, Kohimarama, Saint Heliers |
| Highway system | |
Tamaki Drive is the coastal road which follows the contours of the Waitematā Harbour, Auckland, New Zealand. The road links the suburbs Ōrākei, Mission Bay, and Kohimarama ending in Saint Heliers providing easy access to the local beaches.[citation needed] Tamaki Drive was completed in 1932 and incorporates The Strand, Bice Esplanade and, what was once part of the old Kohimarama Road. It is also referred to as the Waterfront Road.[1] Tamaki Drive is a flat road around 8 km (5 miles) long and popular with walkers, runners and roller skaters, and includes a dedicated cycle lane. Those travelling along Tamaki Drive can find scenic highlights and peaceful views across the harbour to the volcanic island Rangitoto. The cliffs backing onto Tamaki Drive are made of Waitematā Sandstone strata clothed in places with pōhutukawa. These trees seem to flower out of season, because these are actually Kermadec pōhutukawa with small distinctive roundish leaves.[2]
- ^ "Tamaki Drive, Streets and Parks". Auckland Libraries. Retrieved 9 May 2024.
- ^ Ewen Cameron, Bruce Hayward & Graeme Murdoch (2008). 'A Field Guide to Auckland – Exploring the Region's Natural and Historic Heritage'. GODWIT, Random House New Zealand. Retrieved 16 October 2013.