Volcanoes in Auckland Central
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Volcanoes in Auckland Central
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- HaoHamilton, New Zealand7 contributionsThe view is amazing. The track and viewing platform is well built and easy to walk. Not enough parking but you may try free 2-hour parking at the roundabout.Written 4 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MumbaiRidersMumbai, India1,904 contributionsRangitoto Island is a volcanic island in the Hauraki Gulf near Auckland. The 5.5 km wide island is a symmetrical shield volcano cone capped by central scoria cones, reaching a height of 260 m(850 ft).Emerging unexpectedly from the sea some 600 years ago, it is the youngest and largest volcano of the 48 Dormant volcanoes in the Auckland volcanic field.Rangitoto means 'Bloody sky' in Maori language and is thought to refer to the serious injury of a Maori chief during a battle on the island. Roads and tracks allow visitors to walk over lava fields and through lava caves (tubes left behind by the passage of liquid lava).It is densely forested with tree's and on arrival at the jetty realized that this island was excellent for trekking to the peak through forested pathways.It has the largest forest of Pohutukawa trees in the World, a indigenous tree of New Zealand. Rangitoto is approximately a 30 minutes ferry journey from Auckland Port with the ferry having a stop-over at Devonport .Written 22 April 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jessica M34 contributionsWalked up here with our 16 and 9 yr old on a recent stay in Auckland. 9 yr old commented thanks for talking me in to this idea I never would have thought it’d be so pretty. Awesome walk, dog friendly and definitely the prettiest part of Auckland I’ve visited so far :)Written 14 April 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- bellaelevenSydney, Australia110 contributionsWe were staying in the local area and saw it was literally 5 mins drive away. It's an easy stroll up the slope or a hard one if you want to run it, as it is very popular with runners and people walking their dogs. It's a terrific uninterrupted view at the top and you can see the Sky Tower from there as well. Amazing to think you are standing on the rim of an old volcano!Written 24 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lenny HAuckland, New Zealand920 contributionsOur first visit to the peak was well worth it. A slightly scary drive to the top was rewarded with great views. A good opportunity to stretch our legs with a walk around the crater. One of the better peaks in Auckland and not overrun with tourist groups.Written 17 May 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
