Auckland is a city of natural beauty, and one of the best ways to experience it is by visiting Duder Regional Park.
Duder Regional Park offers stunning views of Auckland’s skyline and harbour, as well as plenty of fun for visitors to enjoy. There are walking and biking trails, a playground, a swimming area, and more.
The Duder Regional Park lies on the pōhutukawa-fringed Whakakaiwhara Peninsula, which cuts into the Tamaki Strait. The panoramic views of the surrounding hills, Hunua Ranges, and Hauraki Gulf islands may make you feel like you’re on your own island.
You can enjoy this 6.3-km loop trail near Manurewa, Auckland. It takes an average of 1 hour 43 minutes to complete this route. There are plenty of opportunities for birding, hiking, and mountain biking on this trail, but you can still appreciate some peace and quiet during quieter hours. At the entrance, there is a car park with toilet facilities, maps, and a shoe cleaning station to prevent kauri dieback disease.
✅ Hiking
✅ Mountain biking
✅ Kid friendly
✅ Walking
✅ Bird watching
✅ Running
✅ Views
✅ Historic
What you need to know:
Animals:
- All Auckland Council regional parks’ bookable campsites and accommodation prohibit dogs, other animals, and pets. Registered assistance dogs are an exception. When booking, you must inform staff if you have a registered service dog.
- According to the park’s information and the Regional Parks Management Plan, dogs are only allowed in regional parks in the dog walking section. Animals other than those authorised by Auckland Council are prohibited at all times.
Alcohol:
- Alcohol consumption that is visible and excessive is prohibited.
- You may be asked to leave the park and terminate your permit
Outside Fires:
- In the Auckland region, it is illegal to light a fire outside in any public area.
Access to Duder Regional Park
- Accessible to pedestrians 24 hours a day
- Summer gate access is from 6am to 9pm (Daylight saving time)
- Gate access winter – 6am to 7pm (non-daylight saving time)
- An automatic gate is located at the park’s entrance for vehicle access. The park is closed after hours. When vehicles leave, the gate will open automatically.
We hope you take the time to visit this wonderful park during your stay in Auckland. It’s the perfect place to relax and take in the natural beauty of our city.
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