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One Tree Hill (Maungakiekie)

670 Manukau Rd | Epsom, Auckland Central, New Zealand
64 9 379 2020
4.5 of 5 stars 91 Reviews
Type: Volcanos, Lookouts, Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Description: The second highest volcanic peak in Auckland, next to Mount Eden, One Tree Hill offers views of the city and has a huge obelisk at the top.
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Auckland Central, New Zealand
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15 reviews 15 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

This is a great spot in the centre of the beautiful Cornwall Park with views all over Auckland showing the many volcanoes, the city and both the Manukau and Waitemata Harbours, as well as the Waitakeri Ranges to the west and the Coromandel Ranges to the south. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

This is always one of my first stops. The views of Auckland are spectacular and you can see the old lines from the original pa site. A very special place. More

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36 reviews 36 reviews
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

came here to see the view. it's just ok. free is good. you have a walk a bit. the domain is a nice bit of green in Auckland but if you leave the cities, NZ is pretty much green. not so much to do at this place. there isn't even a tree at the top. but always nice to walk... More

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Whangarei, Northland, New Zealand
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37 reviews 37 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

If you want to see the view of Auckland and not pay to go up the sky tower then this is the place to go. More

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Sydney
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

It's called One Tree Hill but there is no tree. Still,the view is fantastic another drive up the hill takes you through the most beautiful native trees. More

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Auckland, New Zealand
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

Be aware on a windy day. Views are great and gardens pretty good too. More

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Auckland
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012
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A great, clean working farm where you can wander freely, with your dog (on a leash). Plenty of amenities and what a view from the top. A must for any visitors to Auckland More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012
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Fantastic views from the top. Take the time to check out Cornwall Park and have a coffee at the beautiful, old tea room. However, make sure you lock your car. Even more important, stow/hide ALL your stuff in the trunk. Fellow travellers drove to the top of One Tree Hill, parked for only a few minutes to look at the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012
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I live at the near One Tree Hill and regularly walk through Cornwall Park (which is at the base of One Tree Hill) and then on up to the top. I love this place! I cannot recommend it highly enough to anyone who visits this city. I always take my family and friends there while on holiday as it not... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012
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this Obelisk offer a great view of all the peaks around Auckland like mt. Eden, mt. Hobson, mt. Wellington and view of m.t Rangitoto. With parking lot in the top so it is a nice spot to see and enjoy Auckland from higher place. Don't forget to stop by to Acacia cottage and restaurant in Cornwall Park down below if... More

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