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Huia Lookout Walk

Huia · Auckland · Out & Back

↑ 12 m gain↓ 11 m descenthigh 73 msteepest 7 %
DISTANCE0.6 km
ASCENT12 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST7 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.4 · 13
DOG EFFORT1.7 /5 paws
PARKING10 m away
Nearest emergency vetAnimal Emergency at VSA - Auckland West (Henderson), Auckland~20 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
09 849 2121
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 shadeGood with kids

About Huia Lookout Walk

Huia Lookout Walk is an out-and-back of 0.6 km, near Huia in Auckland.

It sits at the easy end and gains roughly 12 m, pitching up to 7 % 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 4.4 / 5 across 13 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Huia Lookout Walk?

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

How long is Huia Lookout Walk?

Huia Lookout Walk is 0.6 km with roughly 12 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Huia Lookout Walk?

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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