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Big King Reserve

Tourist attraction Park Scenic spot

One of the Best Places To Visits in Puketāpapa


Address

113A Duke Street, Mount Roskill, Auckland 1042, New Zealand

Website

www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (330 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours
  • Monday: (Christmas Day), Open 24 hours, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: (Boxing Day), Open 24 hours, Hours might differ
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: walk (8) dogs (7)
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  • 5/5 Trish R. 2 years ago on Google
    Summer nights walk up the Big King was a very calm and gentle climb to the top where you get panoramic views of Auckland City and harbours. Enjoyed the safe and well constructed walkway. There are options of the route you take, either follow the tarmac or veer to the right which we find more interesting for our furby. Just be aware of the karaka berries which are tempting to dogs but is fatal and toxic for them. We did see Kereru feeding that day too. There are lots of birds flitting in the trees here. A very unique feature here is ‘Dog’ from footrot flats that is painted on the reservoir at the top. We returned the same way we went up but there are a few other walking tracks here. It’s popular for joggers, walkers and family friendly but a popular spot for dog walkers too. It’s a hidden gem in the heart of suburbia indeed.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kristian H. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place for a walk with your dog. Good dog park
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Anna S. 5 years ago on Google
    Lovely views, easy trek up concreted path as well as grass walk ways. Dogs allowed to run wild. Clean park and fun water works section. Ancient areas are under construction and conservation.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tim A. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the best 'off-leash' dog parks in the Auckland Central area. If you haven't visited, you should. You can view both the Manukau and the Waitemata harbours from the top of Te Tatua-a-Riukiuta (the mountain). The only real disappointing experience would be, and it really annoys me, every time I visit, the car park lights are on (during the day). I've messaged council and got no where with that. Otherwise a great space to walk, exercise etc. Just be warned, this is an off leash dog park so don't be annoyed if a dog comes up to you (I love dogs BTW). Special point to note; watch out for dog poo. There are lots of people who do not clean up after their dogs as they should...
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Darren D. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the lesser known of the tūpuna maunga (ancestor mountains) of Tāmaki Makaurau/ Auckland but well worth the short but quite steep ascent with good views to Maungawhau/ Mt Eden and the city centre to the north and Ōwairaka/ Mt Albert to the west. Big King is the last remaining of the Three Kings as the other two were quarried away and now being redeveloped for housing. Look out for the mural of Dog from Footrot Flats on the reservoir at the summit. Access is straight off Mt Eden Road at Duke Street with a small parking area and very convenient to the 27 frequent bus service on Mt Eden Road. Orvieto and Cheese on Toast are great eating options at the bottom, either before or after the ascent.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Roslynn T. 5 months ago on Google
    Great off the leash spot for the dogs to run around. Meet other friendly people with their dogs yo socialize with.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Selina S. 2 years ago on Google
    Its an awesome walk up and around. Impressive bird life and views of city, north & west. Very popular wirh dog owners.

  • 5/5 Bryan C. 2 years ago on Google
    After reading reviews I decided to go for a visit. Probably the best maunga with both an excellent hikoi and scenic view if you live around the area. Not to mention being very dog friendly as it's an off leash area.

  • 4/5 Cindy M. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice little walk around and up the reserve. Entrances can be hard to spot. Nice views. Dog friendly.

  • 5/5 Sindy X. 5 years ago on Google
    Such a good dog park. Lots of dogs. Less muddy than other dog parks. Good view on top of the mountain.

  • 5/5 Mark P. 7 months ago on Google
    A fantastic set of easy to walk tracks complete with off track experiences. Dog friendly walks. Many many dogs!!

  • 5/5 Marlou A. 6 months ago on Google
    I love this place. It's my go to spot to take a walk and exercise. The view from the top of the reserve is beautiful. Just be careful because some of the pathways are steep. Also, bring water if you can because it's quite a climb up.

  • 5/5 lisadomino 3 months ago on Google New
    Te Tātua-a-Riukiuta / Big King Reserve is one of our favourite off leash dog parks with mainly hilly and some flat walking. Please pick up your dog’s poop, so the council does not turn this into on-leash only 😀


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dog park
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Activities
    • ✓️ Hiking
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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