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On-leadEasy

Waiata Reserve Walk

Auckland · Out & Back

0.511.5 km60 m
↑ 31 m gain↓ 31 m descenthigh 60 msteepest 11 %
DISTANCE1.4 km
ASCENT31 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST11 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.5 · 7
DOG EFFORT2.0 /5 paws
Nearest emergency vetAnimal Referral Centre Central (ARC Central), Auckland~5 min drive · 24/7
09 281 5815
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 Waiata Reserve Walk

This short track follows 1.4 km as an out-and-back, in Auckland.

Graded easy, it climbs about 31 m overall, pitching up to 11 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

The track takes in native forest and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.5 / 5 across 7 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Waiata Reserve Walk?

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

How long is Waiata Reserve Walk?

Waiata Reserve Walk is 1.4 km with roughly 31 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

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