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Gills Scenic Reserve from Carol Lee Place

Auckland · Loop

↑ 14 m gain↓ 20 m descenthigh 93 msteepest 10 %
DISTANCE0.6 km
ASCENT14 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST10 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 2.0 · 1
DOG EFFORT1.8 /5 paws
PARKING0 m away
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Nearest emergency vetAnimal Referral Centre North (ARC North), Auckland~5 min drive · 24/7
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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.

WaterfallForest shadeGood with kidsUsually a quiet track

About Gills Scenic Reserve from Carol Lee Place

Gills Scenic Reserve from Carol Lee Place covers 0.6 km, in Auckland, walked as a loop.

Expect easy going, with around 14 m of climb, pitching up to 10 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Walkers come for native forest, big views, and waterfalls. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 2.0 / 5 across 1 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Gills Scenic Reserve from Carol Lee Place?

Dogs are welcome on Gills Scenic Reserve from Carol Lee Place on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Gills Scenic Reserve from Carol Lee Place?

Gills Scenic Reserve from Carol Lee Place is 0.6 km with roughly 14 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Gills Scenic Reserve from Carol Lee Place?

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

DOC dog-access rulesGear checklist for dog hikes

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