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One Tree Hill

Auckland · Loop

1234.1 km170 m
↑ 78 m gain↓ 81 m descenthigh 170 msteepest 15 %
DISTANCE4.2 km
ASCENT78 m
DURATION1–1.5 hr
STEEPEST15 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · WALKERS 4.7 · 928
DOG EFFORT2.3 /5 paws
PARKING30 m away

This walk comes from licensed public walk data and is being progressively confirmed against the authorities. Signs on the day always win. The rule-setter’s own wording: “Maungakiekie's rule is "Under control ON leash" with no dogs in the playground area. The neighbouring Cornwall Park is run separately by the Cornwall Park Trust and requires a lead everywhere, including Pūriri Drive, the sports grounds, parkland and farmland, and closes its restricted areas to dogs during lambing and calving from 17 July to 10 September”. Evidence: a hand-checked correction against the authority. How we check dog rules.

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The route

Good to know

Dogs are allowed here. Keep them on the lead, watch for ground-nesting birds and stock, and read the signs at the gate.

Forest shadePaw-friendly sealed surfaceGood with kidsPram friendlyA popular track, busy on weekends4 cattle grids on routeStile on route

Other walkers have reported this walk as pushchair suitable. A fellow walker’s word rather than a council or DOC check, so read the ground as you find it. One heads-up: the map data suggests there may be a small step or a kissing gate somewhere on or near the route, so be ready for one. Noted 2026-08-17.

About One Tree Hill

One Tree Hill is a loop of 4.2 km, in Auckland.

Expect easy going, with around 78 m of climb, pitching up to 15 % at its steepest, and takes about 1–1.5 hr to walk.

Walkers come for native forest, big views, and historic sites. Dogs are allowed here, on the lead. Walkers rate it 4.7 / 5 across 928 reviews.

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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on One Tree Hill?

Yes, dogs are welcome on One Tree Hill. The rule-setter's own wording for this track: "Maungakiekie's rule is "Under control ON leash" with no dogs in the playground area. The neighbouring Cornwall Park is run separately by the Cornwall Park Trust and requires a lead everywhere, including Pūriri Drive, the sports grounds, parkland and farmland, and closes its restricted areas to dogs during lambing and calving from 17 July to 10 September".

How long is One Tree Hill?

One Tree Hill is 4.2 km with roughly 78 m of climb and takes about 1–1.5 hr.

From the pack

Walked and logged 1 time by the pack, 1 proven with a photo. first proven by Corrina & Ramona.

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