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Mangere Mountain Loop

Auckland · Loop

0.511.51.9 km95 m
↑ 56 m gain↓ 56 m descenthigh 95 msteepest 14 %
DISTANCE1.9 km
ASCENT56 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST14 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.7 · 261
DOG EFFORT2.2 /5 paws
PARKING40 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.

Open track, carry water for the dogGood with kidsA popular track, busy on weekends

About Mangere Mountain Loop

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

Expect easy going, with around 56 m of climb, pitching up to 14 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Along the way there are big views and wildflowers. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.7 / 5 across 261 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Mangere Mountain Loop?

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

How long is Mangere Mountain Loop?

Mangere Mountain Loop is 1.9 km with roughly 56 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

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