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Rocky Bay Roads Path

Waiheke Island · Auckland · Loop

↑ 76 m gain↓ 76 m descenthigh 97 msteepest 10 %

DISTANCE3.1 km

ASCENT76 m

DURATION0.5–1 hr

STEEPEST10 %

ROUTELoop

RATING · HIKERS 4.0 · 5

DOG EFFORT2.1 /5 paws

PARKING90 m away

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Nearest emergency vetAnimal Emergency at VSA - Sylvia Park, Auckland~25 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.

Beach swimForest shadePaw-friendly sealed surfaceGood with kids

About Rocky Bay Roads Path

Rocky Bay Roads Path is a loop of 3.1 km, near Waiheke Island in Auckland.

Expect easy going, with around 76 m of climb, pitching up to 10 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Along the way there are beach walking, native forest, and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.0 / 5 across 5 reviews.

Stay nearby

Dog-friendly DOC campsites close to the trailhead, sort out the sleep, then walk.

Stay & walk

Hotoritori Campsite

59.9 km awayCampsite details →Stay & walk

Booms Flat Campsite

60.0 km awayCampsite details →

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Rocky Bay Roads Path?

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

How long is Rocky Bay Roads Path?

Rocky Bay Roads Path is 3.1 km with roughly 76 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Rocky Bay Roads 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.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Rocky Bay Roads Path?

Yes. The closest is Hotoritori Campsite, about 60 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

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