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Murvale Path

Auckland · Loop

↑ 23 m gain↓ 26 m descenthigh 76 msteepest 10 %
DISTANCE0.8 km
ASCENT23 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST10 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.3 · 9
DOG EFFORT2.0 /5 paws
Nearest emergency vetAnimal Emergency at VSA - Sylvia Park, Auckland~10 min drive · 24/7
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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.

Forest shadeGood with kids

About Murvale Path

In Auckland, Murvale Path runs 0.8 km as a loop.

Expect easy going, with around 23 m of climb, pitching up to 10 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

The track takes in native forest and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.3 / 5 across 9 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Murvale Path?

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

How long is Murvale Path?

Murvale Path is 0.8 km with roughly 23 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

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