Experience an inspiring 2km journey that blends world class Kiwi art with the beauty of the wild Matakana coast!
Located on the stunning Matakana coast, this outdoor gallery offers a refreshing blend of culture and nature!Explore an outdoor gallery of over 50 large sculptures by New Zealand's leading contemporary artists. The trail takes you through beautiful native bush, ponds and farmland abundant with native birds.
A gentle 2km loop winds through a vibrant landscape of towering kauri and native ferns, providing a spectacular backdrop for world-class art. With a rotating collection that evolves with the seasons, every visit to these undulating bush pathways feels like a fresh discovery.
This destination is a top pick for those who love a good yarn, hikers, and families of all ages. After exploring the tranquil lakes and sculpture-lined trails, you can unwind at the onsite restaurant with estate-grown wines or a seasonal lunch. It is an ideal Auckland day trip that perfectly pairs New Zealand wilderness with local creativity, making it an essential stop for any North Island itinerary.
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we didn't have much expectation at the beginning. This trail offered an exceptional experience for the whole family. the trail was well built and maintained with many interesting sculptures. Scenery is second to none. the whole journey was full of surprise!! highly recommended!!
Enjoyed viewing the artwork and experiencing the installations. We went with our toddler, which made things a tad difficult as the walk wasn't pram-friendly. It rained the day before which made the ground muddy and slightly slippery. They did say to bring good walking shoes and an umbrella. Would still definitely go back.
If I could give a zero I would. Very disappointing. Some of the items that were meant to be sculptures left a lot to immigration One of the board walks had a raised wire that forms a small arch about 2m high that one of our parties tripped on (health and safety issue) and no one was about to advise at the conclusion. Best part of walk were the lovely waterlilies in the lake. Definitely wouldn’t go back.
Hi Shazza, Thanks for your visit and I'm so sorry to hear that we did not meet your expectations. As the old saying goes "Art is in the eye of the beholder, and everyone will have their own interpretation.". Contemporary art may not be your cup of tea. But please don't let that disparage you, I am sure there is a whole world of art out there that you will love and be inspired by. Thank you for bringing the tripping incident to our attention. A maintenance team member has gone out to check all of the boardwalks to make sure there are no hazards. Kind Regards, Tom
Cute Boutique winery that promotes mostly outdoor sculpture art. Brilliant in summer or when it's not soggy wet weather... not that we let that put us off. Great bottle store, coffee bar and restaurant onsite. Dog friendly (on leash at all times).
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Lee from New Zealand wrote on 20 April 2026
Brick Bay sculpture surprises
Great setting. Lovely planned walk. Impressive pieces to see all the way around the trail. The Cellar Door & restaurant is set up really well. Tasty menu. Good wines, enthusiastic & knowledgeable staff.