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Dogs allowedHard

Fishermans Rock via White and Rose Track

New Lynn · Auckland · Out & Back

1234567.5 km208 m
↑ 524 m gain↓ 522 m descenthigh 208 msteepest 35 %
DISTANCE7.7 km
ASCENT524 m
DURATION3.5–4 hr
STEEPEST35 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · WALKERS 4.5 · 155
DOG EFFORT4.3 /5 paws
PARKING0 m away

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Good to know

Nobody we read prohibits dogs here, but no rule-setter publishes wording for this track by name, so the district-wide rule is what applies. Keep the lead handy, read the signs at the gate, and give ground-nesting birds and stock their room.

Beach swimForest shadeA popular track, busy on weekends

About Fishermans Rock via White and Rose Track

Fishermans Rock via White and Rose Track is an out-and-back of 7.7 km, near New Lynn in Auckland.

It sits at the hard end and gains roughly 524 m, pitching up to 35 % at its steepest, and takes about 3.5–4 hr to walk.

The track takes in beach walking, native forest, and big views. Nobody we read prohibits dogs here, but no rule-setter publishes wording for this track by name, so the district-wide rule is what applies. Keep the lead handy and read the signs at the gate. Walkers rate it 4.5 / 5 across 155 reviews.

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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Fishermans Rock via White and Rose Track?

Probably, and here is exactly what we know. No authority publishes dog wording for Fishermans Rock via White and Rose Track by name, so this one rests on the licensed walk data and the district-wide rule rather than a rule-setter's own words. Nobody we read prohibits dogs here, but that is not the same as a rule saying yes, so keep the lead handy and let the signs at the gate decide.

How long is Fishermans Rock via White and Rose Track?

Fishermans Rock via White and Rose Track is 7.7 km with roughly 524 m of climb and takes about 3.5–4 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Fishermans Rock via White and Rose Track?

Yes, the track has beach 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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