Auckland

The Top 11 Peaks in Auckland

Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in Auckland is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 11 to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Auckland for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.

Mount Eden Summit and Crater

One Tree Hill / Maungakiekie

Summit Track, Rangitoto Island

View of Auckland from Mt Albert (Ōwairaka) Summit

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Mount Eden Summit and Crater
Hiking Highlight
The central focus of the suburb Mount Eden (named after George Eden, 1st Earl of Auckland) is Maungawhau / Mount Eden, a dormant volcano whose summit is the highest natural point of Auckland and suburbs.
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One Tree Hill / Maungakiekie
Hiking Highlight
From the top you have a fantastic view of the city
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Tip by JR on Tour
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Summit Track, Rangitoto Island
Hiking Highlight (Segment)
Even if the weather is not so nice it is definitely worth the direct ascent to the crater. You get a brochure with a map on the ferry. I would …
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Tip by Thomas
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Rangitoto Summit
Hiking Highlight (Segment)
Mega views of Auckland and surrounding islands at the highest point of the volcano.
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Tip by Toby
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Omanawanui Summit
Hiking Highlight
This track leads from Whatipu Road to the summit of Omanawanui (241m). It is a lovely coastal walk from the entrance of the small car park which is also the …
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Tip by Peter Franken
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One Tree Hill Domain
Hiking Highlight
Beautiful park that generously surrounds the monument on the highest peak… It's worth going up to the monument
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Tip by JR on Tour
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Mt Wellington Summit
Cycling Highlight
The third highest but with the steepest approach, Mt Wellington offers great views over the Hauraki Gulf, back towards the city and south to the Tamaki Estuary and Panmure Basin.
Tip by Mark J Thomson
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Mt Roskill Summit
Cycling Highlight
The lowest peak and the only one that allows vehicle access all the way. It is a short climb but steep enough to get the lower gears used.
Tip by Mark J Thomson
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View of Auckland from Mt Albert (Ōwairaka) Summit
Cycling Highlight
The last summit on this trip. The summit used to be an additional 20m higher but the mountain was quarried for it's basalt stone and used as ballast for the Western railway.
Tip by Mark J Thomson
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