Mangawhai Heads Lookout Track

Mangawhai · Northland · Out & Back

↑ 39 m gain↓ 39 m descenthigh 58 msteepest 20 %

DISTANCE0.8 km

ASCENT39 m

DURATION0.5–1 hr

STEEPEST20 %

ROUTEOut & Back

RATING · HIKERS 4.6 · 54

DOG EFFORT2.7 /5 paws

PARKING30 m away

Nearest emergency vetMaunu Road Vet Clinic (Northland Veterinary Group) - 24/7 after-hours, Whangarei~55 min drive · 24/7

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 swimOpen track, carry water for the dog

Mangawhai Heads Lookout Track covers 0.8 km, near Mangawhai in Northland, walked as an out-and-back.

Expect moderate going, with around 39 m of climb, pitching up to 20 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Along the way there are beach walking and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.6 / 5 across 54 reviews.

Quick answers

Can my dog go off the lead on Mangawhai Heads Lookout Track?

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

How long is Mangawhai Heads Lookout Track?

Mangawhai Heads Lookout Track is 0.8 km with roughly 39 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Mangawhai Heads Lookout Track?

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.

The closest dog-friendly tracks to this trailhead, by straight-line distance.

ModerateMangawhai

2.7 km↑186 m0.5–1 hr★4.1 rating

Swim spotShade