One Tree Hill (Maungakiekie)
One Tree Hill (Maungakiekie)
One Tree Hill (Maungakiekie)
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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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DeborahClarkson
Hamilton, New Zealand217 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Solo
This is a great place to walk and get some exercise. The hill is steep but the views of all over Auckland soon make you forget your tired legs.
Written 27 November 2023
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Relax597254
922 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Solo
Long climb up! I think there is only one way in, through Olive Grove. Get to see sheep along the way. Cool weather and strong winds in early November, saw many locals jogging up and tourists taking the climb.
Written 10 November 2023
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Scott G
Washington DC, DC408 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Couples
This is a peaceful place, good sense of countryside. We visited here on our first day in Auckland. The scenery is really great -- very green and hilly. The obelisk is a good point to direct your walk to.
Written 3 November 2023
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Suzanne W
Gosforth, UK21 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Couples
Excellent views across Auckland and beyond. Good paths and facilities available in the park, including ice cream from the creamery.
Written 19 October 2023
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Tabatha1998
Auckland, New Zealand638 contributions
Mar. 2023
Good views across Auckland. Although you can walk to the top, it is safer by car. Good place to visit as part of a trip to Cornwall Park.
Written 3 July 2023
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Fitzy
Roleystone, Australia15 contributions
Apr. 2023 • Couples
This is a beautiful park, well maintained throughout, good signage and the views are wonderful. The weather was kind to us with plenty of sunshine but very windy. Be pepafor walk a good walk up to the top and take water, there is cafe and restaurant at the bottom.
This is certainly worth the effort.
This is certainly worth the effort.
Written 19 April 2023
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sue r
Orlando, FL10 contributions
Feb. 2023
We were “killing time” before heading to the airport. A bit of a hike from the parking to the crest. Would not put it at the top of things to see, but nice views.
Written 6 March 2023
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DENISE T
Newcastle, UK358 contributions
Dec. 2022
Taken by coach trip rather than Mount Eden as passengers would not walk to top due to maintenance... gave us an extra sight to see that we wouldn't have otherwise...
Written 10 February 2023
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Burdett P
Sayre, PA267 contributions
Nov. 2022 • Couples
This lovely park in Auckland offers a nice experience of an uphill hike in exchange for 360 degrees of viewing Auckland. We visited with a group, but in addition to the monument at the top of the hill and the tree, we saw archery targets and some other sporting activities set up at the base.
Written 23 November 2022
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hanniepex
Auckland, New Zealand480 contributions
Mar. 2022 • Friends
This hill is a must for First timers in Auckland. Being one of the highest point, this lookout offers 360 degree views of entire Auckland.
There are plenty of parking on the hill. The one nearest the peak is about 10 minutes walk.
The hill has beautiful park and trees all over. You can have a stroll, bring a picnic mat and sit under tree and enjoy a book or just merely relax and feel the nature. You can bring a bike or scooter as well.
Have a drinking bottle handy so you can relenosh your water on nearby drinking fountains too.
There are plenty of parking on the hill. The one nearest the peak is about 10 minutes walk.
The hill has beautiful park and trees all over. You can have a stroll, bring a picnic mat and sit under tree and enjoy a book or just merely relax and feel the nature. You can bring a bike or scooter as well.
Have a drinking bottle handy so you can relenosh your water on nearby drinking fountains too.
Written 25 March 2022
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HarshPassari
Kolkata (Calcutta), India7 contributions
I heard that One Tree Hill has recently been made car-free. I'm traveling with my elder parents. Can I take a cab/bus to the top so that they don't have to walk more than 15-20 mins?
Foodie4food
Auckland, New Zealand237 contributions
Hi Harsh, yes the summit has been made vehicle free in line with the historic and cultural sensitivity of the area also safety for those walking and sharing the road. However if your parents have their senior or disability cards with they can get access from the barrier . You will need to have these with you though and it may be possible to check with the park before you go to ensure that they will be accepted .The summit is well worth the walk up and one of the best free vantage points.
djc5465
Corydon, IN48 contributions
can you drive to the top?
thespacetraveller
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia111 contributions
Yes all the way to the top to the monument
Ddln001
Auckland Central, New Zealand172 contributions
Wow 20 reviews, 3 helpful votes your critiques seem to be a real crowd pleaser
Eva M
Brisbane5 contributions
What is the distance to climb the hill?
Grahame B
Bruton, UK35 contributions
Driving it's about 3k from gate to summit. Walking is a bit shorter and a gentle steepness at the end obviously. My daughter and niece ran both ways but stopped off at the coffee van on way back. Scrounging that off me. Choose a nice day though.
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