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On-leadEasy

St Johns Bush Path

Auckland · Out & Back

↑ 31 m gain↓ 32 m descenthigh 71 msteepest 10 %
DISTANCE1.3 km
ASCENT31 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST10 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.3 · 15
DOG EFFORT1.9 /5 paws
PARKING350 m away
Nearest emergency vetAnimal Emergency at VSA - Sylvia Park, Auckland~5 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.

Forest shadeGood with kids

About St Johns Bush Path

St Johns Bush Path covers 1.3 km, in Auckland, walked as an out-and-back.

It sits at the easy end and gains roughly 31 m, pitching up to 10 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

The track takes in native forest. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.3 / 5 across 15 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on St Johns Bush Path?

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

How long is St Johns Bush Path?

St Johns Bush Path is 1.3 km with roughly 31 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

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