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On-leadEasy

Judges Bay Path

Auckland · Loop

0.511.51.9 km34 m
↑ 52 m gain↓ 50 m descenthigh 34 msteepest 18 %
DISTANCE1.9 km
ASCENT52 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST18 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.5 · 36
DOG EFFORT2.4 /5 paws
PARKING30 m away
Nearest emergency vetAnimal Referral Centre Central (ARC Central), Auckland~5 min drive · 24/7
09 281 5815
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.

Forest shadeGood with kids

About Judges Bay Path

This short track follows 1.9 km as a loop, in Auckland.

Expect easy going, with around 52 m of climb, pitching up to 18 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

The track takes in native forest, big views, and historic sites. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.5 / 5 across 36 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Judges Bay Path?

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

How long is Judges Bay Path?

Judges Bay Path is 1.9 km with roughly 52 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

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