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Lloyd Elsmore Park Loop

Auckland · Loop

↑ 17 m gain↓ 14 m descenthigh 26 msteepest 4 %
DISTANCE2.7 km
ASCENT17 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST4 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.3 · 21
DOG EFFORT1.5 /5 paws
PARKING20 m away
Nearest emergency vetAnimal Emergency at VSA - Sylvia Park, Auckland~5 min drive · 24/7
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.

Lake swimRiver swim spotsOpen track, carry water for the dogPaw-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 Lloyd Elsmore Park Loop

Lloyd Elsmore Park Loop covers 2.7 km, in Auckland, walked as a loop.

It sits at the easy end and gains roughly 17 m, pitching up to 4 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

The track takes in lakeside stretches, river frontage, big views, and historic sites. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.3 / 5 across 21 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Lloyd Elsmore Park Loop?

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

How long is Lloyd Elsmore Park Loop?

Lloyd Elsmore Park Loop is 2.7 km with roughly 17 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Lloyd Elsmore Park Loop?

Yes, the track has lake 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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