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Royal Reserve Path

Auckland · Loop

↑ 10 m gain↓ 13 m descenthigh 67 msteepest 6 %
DISTANCE1.1 km
ASCENT10 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST6 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.9 · 10
DOG EFFORT1.5 /5 paws
PARKING20 m away
Nearest emergency vetAnimal Emergency at VSA - Auckland West (Henderson), Auckland~10 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
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.

Auckland Council maps this area as off-lead at Royal Reserve. Council zones can be tight, so check the local signs on the day. How we check dog rules.
Open track, carry water for the dogPaw-friendly sealed surfaceGood with kids

About Royal Reserve Path

Royal Reserve Path covers 1.1 km, in Auckland, walked as a loop.

It sits at the easy end and gains roughly 10 m, pitching up to 6 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

The track takes in big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.9 / 5 across 10 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Royal Reserve Path?

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

How long is Royal Reserve Path?

Royal Reserve Path is 1.1 km with roughly 10 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

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