Auckland has a number of off-road cycle and walkways that are perfect for a recreational ride or walk, or for a more scenic commute.
Cycle network maps
Discover Auckland using the growing network of shared paths, on road and protected cycle lanes and quiet routes. We're building more cycleways to connect you to your local town centre, public transport, schools and places of work.
Our series of cycle network maps connect together and show the different types of cycle facilities to help you plan out your rides. 
- C1- Central map (PDF 2.63MB)
- C2 - Central map (PDF 4.42MB)
- N1- Northern map (PDF 4.19MB)
- W1- Western map (PDF 4.76MB)
- W2 - Western map will be added once it becomes available.
- S1 - Southern map (PDF 4.43MB)
These maps can also be collected from a cycle network map stockist.
For a hard copy to be posted out to you please contact us by phone or place an order through email.
Suggested cycle rides
There are many fantastic rides to enjoy all around Auckland, from family-friendly and leisure riding, to fitness, commuting and cycle touring. Along the way you'll discover idyllic views, community gathering spots, history and all sorts of things that you can discover from a bike seat.
The below are a selection of our favourite rides – these are predominately on shared paths so are suitable for all abilities and all members of the family.
- City to Bays (PDF 2.71MB) – Central Auckland bike ride, 40 minutes, 10km one way.
- Waterview path (PDF 1.15MB) – Central Auckland bike ride, 20 minutes, 3.5km one way.
- Devonport to Takapuna (PDF 2.39MB) – North Auckland bike ride, 30 minutes, 6.5km one way.
- Orewa Estuary (PDF 779KB) – North Auckland bike ride, 45 minutes, 7.5km loop.
- Pakuranga Rotary and Cascades paths (PDF 906KB) – East Auckland bike ride, 90 minutes, 13km return.
- Henderson paths (PDF 824KB) – West Auckland bike ride, 55 minutes, 10.5km one way.
- Onehunga to Stonefields (PDF 961KB) – South Auckland bike ride, 60 minutes, 11.5km one way.
- Wattle Downs (PDF 671KB) – South Auckland bike ride, 40 minutes, 7km one way.
If you are looking for even more places to explore, then check out the Auckland Council AKL Paths website for a huge range of walkways, trails and cycling routes across the city.
Shared paths
Across our range of maps and rides there are a number of different types of infrastructure highlighted including shared paths.
These are exactly that, paths shared by all users, on all kinds of mobility including people walking or on bikes, pushchairs, scooters, and more.
They are often found within local reserves or can be specially marked paths.