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.
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 …
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.