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Milford to Castor Bay Path

Auckland · Out & Back

↑ 46 m gain↓ 47 m descenthigh 29 msteepest 14 %
DISTANCE1.8 km
ASCENT46 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST14 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.1 · 30
DOG EFFORT2.2 /5 paws
PARKING50 m away
Nearest emergency vetNorth Shore Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care, Auckland~5 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
09 443 5640
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 dogPaw-friendly sealed surfaceGood with kids

About Milford to Castor Bay Path

In Auckland, Milford to Castor Bay Path runs 1.8 km as an out-and-back.

It sits at the easy end and gains roughly 46 m, pitching up to 14 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

The track takes in beach walking, big views, and town-edge walking. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.1 / 5 across 30 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Milford to Castor Bay Path?

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

How long is Milford to Castor Bay Path?

Milford to Castor Bay Path is 1.8 km with roughly 46 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Milford to Castor Bay 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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