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Hobsonville Point Coastal Walkway

Auckland · Loop

↑ 27 m gain↓ 28 m descenthigh 18 msteepest 8 %
DISTANCE5.6 km
ASCENT27 m
DURATION1–1.5 hr
STEEPEST8 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.6 · 658
DOG EFFORT1.9 /5 paws
PARKING50 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.

River swim spotsOpen track, carry water for the dogPaw-friendly sealed surfaceGood with kidsA popular track, busy on weekends
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 Hobsonville Point Coastal Walkway

This long track follows 5.6 km as a loop, in Auckland.

It sits at the easy end and gains roughly 27 m, pitching up to 8 % at its steepest, and takes about 1–1.5 hr to walk.

Walkers come for river frontage, big views, town-edge walking, and historic sites. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.6 / 5 across 658 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Hobsonville Point Coastal Walkway?

Dogs are welcome on Hobsonville Point Coastal Walkway on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Hobsonville Point Coastal Walkway?

Hobsonville Point Coastal Walkway is 5.6 km with roughly 27 m of climb and takes about 1–1.5 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Hobsonville Point Coastal Walkway?

Yes, the track has 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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