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On-leadModerate

Mangemangeroa Shelly Park Beach Path

Auckland · Out & Back

12345.8 km58 m
↑ 162 m gain↓ 164 m descenthigh 58 msteepest 24 %
DISTANCE5.8 km
ASCENT162 m
DURATION1.5–2 hr
STEEPEST24 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.6 · 374
DOG EFFORT3.0 /5 paws
PARKING20 m away
Nearest emergency vetAnimal Emergency at VSA - Sylvia Park, Auckland~10 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.

Beach swimForest shadeA popular track, busy on weekends

About Mangemangeroa Shelly Park Beach Path

Mangemangeroa Shelly Park Beach Path is an out-and-back of 5.8 km, in Auckland.

It sits at the moderate end and gains roughly 162 m, pitching up to 24 % at its steepest, and takes about 1.5–2 hr to walk.

Walkers come for beach walking, native forest, and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.6 / 5 across 374 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Mangemangeroa Shelly Park Beach Path?

Dogs are welcome on Mangemangeroa Shelly Park Beach Path on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Mangemangeroa Shelly Park Beach Path?

Mangemangeroa Shelly Park Beach Path is 5.8 km with roughly 162 m of climb and takes about 1.5–2 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Mangemangeroa Shelly Park Beach Path?

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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