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On-leadModerate

One Tree Hill Loop

Auckland · Loop

12345.6 km127 m
↑ 94 m gain↓ 95 m descenthigh 127 msteepest 13 %
DISTANCE5.6 km
ASCENT94 m
DURATION1.5–2 hr
STEEPEST13 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.6 · 170
DOG EFFORT2.4 /5 paws
PARKING20 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.

Forest shadeGood with kidsA popular track, busy on weekends2 cattle grids on route14 stiles on route

About One Tree Hill Loop

One Tree Hill Loop covers 5.6 km, in Auckland, walked as a loop.

Graded moderate, it climbs about 94 m overall, pitching up to 13 % at its steepest, and takes about 1.5–2 hr to walk.

Along the way there are native forest, big views, and historic sites. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.6 / 5 across 170 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on One Tree Hill Loop?

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

How long is One Tree Hill Loop?

One Tree Hill Loop is 5.6 km with roughly 94 m of climb and takes about 1.5–2 hr.

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