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On-leadEasy

Greenhithe Harbour Loop

Auckland · Loop

0.511.522.533.8 km41 m
↑ 58 m gain↓ 58 m descenthigh 41 msteepest 15 %
DISTANCE3.9 km
ASCENT58 m
DURATION1–1.5 hr
STEEPEST15 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.0 · 43
DOG EFFORT2.2 /5 paws
PARKING10 m away
Nearest emergency vetNorth Shore Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care, Auckland~5 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
09 443 5640
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 swimRiver swim spotsForest shadePaw-friendly sealed surfaceGood with kids
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 Greenhithe Harbour Loop

Greenhithe Harbour Loop is a loop of 3.9 km, in Auckland.

Graded easy, it climbs about 58 m overall, pitching up to 15 % at its steepest, and takes about 1–1.5 hr to walk.

Walkers come for beach walking, native forest, river frontage, and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.0 / 5 across 43 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Greenhithe Harbour Loop?

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

How long is Greenhithe Harbour Loop?

Greenhithe Harbour Loop is 3.9 km with roughly 58 m of climb and takes about 1–1.5 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Greenhithe Harbour Loop?

Yes, the track has beach and river 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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