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On-leadEasy

Monte Cecilia Path

Auckland · Loop

0.511.7 km88 m
↑ 39 m gain↓ 37 m descenthigh 88 msteepest 14 %
DISTANCE1.8 km
ASCENT39 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST14 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.6 · 38
DOG EFFORT2.1 /5 paws
PARKING40 m away
Nearest emergency vetWestern After Hours Emergency Vet Clinic, Auckland~10 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
09 820 7273
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 kids

About Monte Cecilia Path

In Auckland, Monte Cecilia Path runs 1.8 km as a loop.

Expect easy going, with around 39 m of climb, pitching up to 14 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

The track takes in big views and historic sites. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.6 / 5 across 38 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Monte Cecilia Path?

Dogs are welcome on Monte Cecilia Path on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Monte Cecilia Path?

Monte Cecilia Path is 1.8 km with roughly 39 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

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