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On-leadEasy

Coxs Bay Reserve Loop

Auckland · Loop

↑ 29 m gain↓ 27 m descenthigh 33 msteepest 18 %
DISTANCE1.6 km
ASCENT29 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST18 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.3 · 29
DOG EFFORT2.2 /5 paws
PARKING10 m away
Nearest emergency vetAnimal Referral Centre Central (ARC Central), Auckland~5 min drive · 24/7
09 281 5815
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 shadePaw-friendly sealed surfaceGood with kids

About Coxs Bay Reserve Loop

Coxs Bay Reserve Loop covers 1.6 km, in Auckland, walked as a loop.

Graded easy, it climbs about 29 m overall, pitching up to 18 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Along the way there are native forest and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.3 / 5 across 29 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Coxs Bay Reserve Loop?

Dogs are welcome on Coxs Bay Reserve Loop on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Coxs Bay Reserve Loop?

Coxs Bay Reserve Loop is 1.6 km with roughly 29 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

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