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Cornwall Park Outer Loop

Auckland · Loop

12344.8 km165 m
↑ 115 m gain↓ 112 m descenthigh 165 msteepest 20 %
DISTANCE4.8 km
ASCENT115 m
DURATION1–1.5 hr
STEEPEST20 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.6 · 131
DOG EFFORT2.7 /5 paws
PARKING30 m away
Nearest emergency vetAnimal Emergency at VSA - Sylvia Park, Auckland~5 min drive · 24/7
09 849 2121
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.

Forest shadeA popular track, busy on weekends14 stiles on routeCattle grid on route

About Cornwall Park Outer Loop

In Auckland, Cornwall Park Outer Loop runs 4.8 km as a loop.

Expect easy going, with around 115 m of climb, pitching up to 20 % at its steepest, and takes about 1–1.5 hr to walk.

The track takes in native forest, big views, and historic sites. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.6 / 5 across 131 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Cornwall Park Outer Loop?

Dogs are welcome on Cornwall Park Outer Loop on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Cornwall Park Outer Loop?

Cornwall Park Outer Loop is 4.8 km with roughly 115 m of climb and takes about 1–1.5 hr.

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