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Ponsonby to Victoria Park Path

Auckland · Out & Back

↑ 52 m gain↓ 54 m descenthigh 25 msteepest 8 %
DISTANCE3.9 km
ASCENT52 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST8 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.3 · 58
DOG EFFORT1.9 /5 paws
PARKING70 m away
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Nearest emergency vetAnimal Referral Centre Central (ARC Central), Auckland~5 min drive · 24/7
09 281 5815
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.

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

About Ponsonby to Victoria Park Path

Ponsonby to Victoria Park Path is an out-and-back of 3.9 km, in Auckland.

Graded easy, it climbs about 52 m overall, pitching up to 8 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Walkers come for beach walking, big views, and town-edge walking. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.3 / 5 across 58 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Ponsonby to Victoria Park Path?

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

How long is Ponsonby to Victoria Park Path?

Ponsonby to Victoria Park Path is 3.9 km with roughly 52 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Ponsonby to Victoria Park Path?

Yes, the track has beach access where a dog can cool off. In warm months check the LAWA water quality map for toxic algae warnings first.

DOC dog-access rulesGear checklist for dog hikes

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