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On-leadModerate

Taylors Bay to Lynfield Cove Walk

Auckland · Loop

24681013.9 km90 m
↑ 371 m gain↓ 372 m descenthigh 90 msteepest 24 %
DISTANCE14.0 km
ASCENT371 m
DURATION3.5–4 hr
STEEPEST24 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 2.7 · 41
DOG EFFORT3.8 /5 paws
PARKING10 m away
Nearest emergency vetWestern After Hours Emergency Vet Clinic, Auckland~10 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
09 820 7273
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 surface

About Taylors Bay to Lynfield Cove Walk

This big track follows 14.0 km as a loop, in Auckland.

It sits at the moderate end and gains roughly 371 m, pitching up to 24 % at its steepest, and takes about 3.5–4 hr to walk.

Walkers come for beach walking, native forest, big views, and wildflowers. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 2.7 / 5 across 41 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Taylors Bay to Lynfield Cove Walk?

Dogs are welcome on Taylors Bay to Lynfield Cove Walk on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Taylors Bay to Lynfield Cove Walk?

Taylors Bay to Lynfield Cove Walk is 14.0 km with roughly 371 m of climb and takes about 3.5–4 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Taylors Bay to Lynfield Cove Walk?

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.

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