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On-leadEasy

Duck Creek Loop Walk

Auckland · Loop

↑ 23 m gain↓ 25 m descenthigh 33 msteepest 10 %
DISTANCE1.6 km
ASCENT23 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST10 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.1 · 79
DOG EFFORT1.8 /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.

Lake swimForest shade
Check the water before the dog swims. Toxic algae blooms in NZ rivers and lakes can kill a dog within hours. Scan the LAWA water quality map in warm months and keep dogs away from dark slime on rocks.

About Duck Creek Loop Walk

This short track follows 1.6 km as a loop, in Auckland.

Graded easy, it climbs about 23 m overall, pitching up to 10 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Walkers come for native forest, lakeside stretches, big views, and wildflowers. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.1 / 5 across 79 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Duck Creek Loop Walk?

Dogs are welcome on Duck Creek Loop Walk on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Duck Creek Loop Walk?

Duck Creek Loop Walk is 1.6 km with roughly 23 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Duck Creek Loop Walk?

Yes, the track has lake access where a dog can cool off. In warm months check the LAWA water quality map for toxic algae warnings first.

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