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Chapman Strand to Spinnaker Strand via Te Atatu Walkway

Auckland · Out & Back

↑ 27 m gain↓ 28 m descenthigh 13 msteepest 7 %
DISTANCE5.0 km
ASCENT27 m
DURATION1–1.5 hr
STEEPEST7 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.7 · 46
DOG EFFORT1.9 /5 paws
PARKING20 m away
Nearest emergency vetAnimal Emergency at VSA - Auckland West (Henderson), Auckland~5 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
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The route

Good to know

On the lead here. Keep it to two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds, as on most NZ tracks.

Open track, carry water for the dogGood with kids

About Chapman Strand to Spinnaker Strand via Te Atatu Walkway

Chapman Strand to Spinnaker Strand via Te Atatu Walkway covers 5.0 km, in Auckland, walked as an out-and-back.

Graded easy, it climbs about 27 m overall, pitching up to 7 % at its steepest, and takes about 1–1.5 hr to walk.

Along the way there is big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.7 / 5 across 46 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Chapman Strand to Spinnaker Strand via Te Atatu Walkway?

Dogs are welcome on Chapman Strand to Spinnaker Strand via Te Atatu Walkway on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Chapman Strand to Spinnaker Strand via Te Atatu Walkway?

Chapman Strand to Spinnaker Strand via Te Atatu Walkway is 5.0 km with roughly 27 m of climb and takes about 1–1.5 hr.

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