The tracks through Owens Park and Waioraka Reserve are among the city's most scenic pathways.
Johnson Reserve track closure
The main walking track in Johnson Reserve is closed until late 2025 while wastewater infrastructure within the reserve is renewed. Tracks on the Waipuna Park side of the reserve, including the renewed boardwalks and bridges, will remain accessible through the duration of works. Tracks at the southern end of the reserve near the waterfall will also remain open.
Find out more at Let's talk Tauranga.

Welcome Bay walkways map (127kb pdf)
The tracks in Johnson Reserve follow streams, wetland areas, native bush and open grassed areas.
Walking time:
Allow 2 hours to explore these areas completely.
40 mins will enable you to walk from James Cook Drive through Johnson Reserve to Victory St, or complete the smaller loops.