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Ōwairaka / Te Ahi-kā-a-Rakataura / Mt Albert Path

Auckland · Loop

↑ 21 m gain↓ 19 m descenthigh 127 msteepest 10 %
DISTANCE1.0 km
ASCENT21 m
DURATIONabout 17 min
STEEPEST10 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · WALKERS 4.4 · 70

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: “Ōwairaka is one of the few maunga where the Tūpuna Maunga Authority's rule is "Under control OFF leash". Dogs are prohibited on all sports surfaces, must be on-leash near any sports surface in use, and a fenced dog exercise area sits part way up the road”. 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. Watch for ground-nesting birds and stock, and read the signs at the gate.

Open track, carry water for the dogPaw-friendly sealed surfaceGood with kids

About Ōwairaka / Te Ahi-kā-a-Rakataura / Mt Albert Path

Ōwairaka / Te Ahi-kā-a-Rakataura / Mt Albert Path is a loop of 1.0 km, in Auckland.

It sits at the moderate end and gains roughly 21 m, pitching up to 10 % at its steepest, and takes about 17 min to walk.

The track takes in big views. Dogs are welcome here. Walkers rate it 4.4 / 5 across 70 reviews.

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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Ōwairaka / Te Ahi-kā-a-Rakataura / Mt Albert Path?

Yes, dogs are welcome on Ōwairaka / Te Ahi-kā-a-Rakataura / Mt Albert Path. The rule-setter's own wording for this track: "Ōwairaka is one of the few maunga where the Tūpuna Maunga Authority's rule is "Under control OFF leash". Dogs are prohibited on all sports surfaces, must be on-leash near any sports surface in use, and a fenced dog exercise area sits part way up the road".

How long is Ōwairaka / Te Ahi-kā-a-Rakataura / Mt Albert Path?

Ōwairaka / Te Ahi-kā-a-Rakataura / Mt Albert Path is 1.0 km with roughly 21 m of climb and takes about 17 min.

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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