Goldschmidt Track

Mangawhai · Northland · Out & Back

↑ 186 m gain↓ 189 m descenthigh 69 msteepest 28 %

DISTANCE2.7 km

ASCENT186 m

DURATION0.5–1 hr

STEEPEST28 %

ROUTEOut & Back

RATING · HIKERS 4.1 · 40

DOG EFFORT3.5 /5 paws

Nearest emergency vetMaunu Road Vet Clinic (Northland Veterinary Group) - 24/7 after-hours, Whangarei~55 min drive · 24/7

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.

Beach swimForest shade

This moderate-length track follows 2.7 km as an out-and-back, near Mangawhai in Northland.

It sits at the moderate end and gains roughly 186 m, pitching up to 28 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Along the way there are beach walking, native forest, and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.1 / 5 across 40 reviews.

Quick answers

Can my dog go off the lead on Goldschmidt Track?

Dogs are welcome on Goldschmidt Track on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Goldschmidt Track?

Goldschmidt Track is 2.7 km with roughly 186 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Goldschmidt 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.

The closest dog-friendly tracks to this trailhead, by straight-line distance.

ModerateMangawhai

0.8 km↑39 m0.5–1 hr★4.6 rating

Swim spot