Parks in Auckland
Contents | Albert Park
| Auckland Domain
| Dove-Myer Robinson Park
| Michael Joseph Savage Memorial
| Mt Eden
| One Tree Hill Domain
| Tamaki Drive
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| Western Springs Park
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| Park volunteer activities
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Mt Eden (Maungawhau)
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| Mt Eden (Maungawhau) crater |
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250 Mt Eden Road, Mt Eden
Spectacular 360 degree views of Auckland and its harbours are enjoyed from
the summit of Maungawhau, which is reached by either foot or car.
The slopes of Maungawhau were once densely populated by Māori and the crater
is known as the food bowl of Matāoho. In 1841, Apihai Te Kawau defined from the
summit the boundaries of his 3000 acre gift of land to the Crown that
established the city of Auckland.
Vehicle entry is off Mt Eden Road. There are also walkways off Clive Road,
Glenfell Place, Batger Place, Hillside Crescent, Rautangi Road and Owens Road.
Entry to Eden Gardens is from Omana Rd, off Mountain Road.
From 12 December 2011, heavy vehicles are prohibited on Maungawhau. This
means that buses larger than 3.5 tonnes and with more than 12 seats must use
alternative access and parking arrangements. Light vehicles, including cars, are
still allowed on the summit road and a shuttle service is available for visitors
with limited mobility.
Click here for more information about Mt Eden and its facilities.
