BROOK SABIN
This Hawke's Bay secret spot is like New Zealand's version of Pride Rock from Lion King.
Over one last hill, we see it. We've reached New Zealand's own version of
Lion King's Pride Rock. Tucked away deep in Hawke's Bay is the best walk you've never heard of.
You know you're on to a good thing when locals are confused. One lady at the coffee shop en route asked me, "are you sure that walk is in Hawke's Bay?"
Brook Sabin/Stuff
Many locals hadn’t heard of the Bell Rock walk.
It's called the Bell Rock Loop Track, and like almost everything in life, there's a bit of effort for your reward. First, there’s an hour drive north of Napier. Then, a three-hour loop track, which starts with a steep walk through lush native bush.