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Southern Walk: Matiatia, Church Bay, Oneroa Loop

Waiheke Island · Auckland · Loop

2468.3 km103 m
↑ 228 m gain↓ 225 m descenthigh 103 msteepest 21 %
DISTANCE8.4 km
ASCENT228 m
DURATION2.5–3 hr
STEEPEST21 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · WALKERS 4.2 · 151
DOG EFFORT3.1 /5 paws
PARKING90 m away

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Good to know

Nobody we read prohibits dogs here, but no rule-setter publishes wording for this track by name, so the district-wide rule is what applies. Keep the lead handy, read the signs at the gate, and give ground-nesting birds and stock their room.

Beach swimOpen track, carry water for the dogPaw-friendly sealed surfaceA popular track, busy on weekends

About Southern Walk: Matiatia, Church Bay, Oneroa Loop

Southern Walk: Matiatia, Church Bay, Oneroa Loop is a loop of 8.4 km, near Waiheke Island in Auckland.

It sits at the moderate end and gains roughly 228 m, pitching up to 21 % at its steepest, and takes about 2.5–3 hr to walk.

Walkers come for beach walking, big views, and historic sites. Nobody we read prohibits dogs here, but no rule-setter publishes wording for this track by name, so the district-wide rule is what applies. Keep the lead handy and read the signs at the gate. Walkers rate it 4.2 / 5 across 151 reviews.

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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Southern Walk: Matiatia, Church Bay, Oneroa Loop?

Probably, and here is exactly what we know. No authority publishes dog wording for Southern Walk: Matiatia, Church Bay, Oneroa Loop by name, so this one rests on the licensed walk data and the district-wide rule rather than a rule-setter's own words. Nobody we read prohibits dogs here, but that is not the same as a rule saying yes, so keep the lead handy and let the signs at the gate decide.

How long is Southern Walk: Matiatia, Church Bay, Oneroa Loop?

Southern Walk: Matiatia, Church Bay, Oneroa Loop is 8.4 km with roughly 228 m of climb and takes about 2.5–3 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Southern Walk: Matiatia, Church Bay, Oneroa Loop?

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.

From the pack

Walked and logged 1 time by the pack, 1 proven with a photo. first proven by Grace & chloe.

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