The volcano double cone and twin craters of Mt Roskill have been destroyed through the installation of a water reservoir, but from the top, it is easy to view Mt Albert, Mt Eden, Big King and One Tree Hill.

Our flat walk (if you choose not to walk up to the summit of Mt Roskill) links up three reserves – War Memorial Park,  Walmsley Park and Underwood Park. The final part of the walk is at the colourful shops of Stoddard Road.

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The walking route is also great for cyclists, prams/buggies and dog walkers (on-leash and off-leash dog exercise areas in Walmsley Park and Underwood Park).

We stopped for a very good coffee at an almost hidden Ethiopean cafe in the Tulja Centre, unfortunately, it’s closed now. However, you can try The Coffee Club Stoddard Road, Mt Roskill instead.

Walk time: approx. 1.5 hours
Distance: about 7.5 kms
Start: Corner of Sandringham Road extension/Stoddard Road.
Track: Mostly level paths, steep paths ascent to summit of Mt Roskill.
Difficulty: Suitable for most ages and levels of fitness and mobility, designed with flat shoes or running shoes in mind.
Buggies/Wheelchairs: Suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs if Mt Roskill summit is avoided.
Dog Friendly: On leash and off leash dog exercise areas
Highlights: Views of Auckland City skyline, Mt Albert, Mt Eden, Three Kings, One Tree Hill. Oakley Creek and ducks.
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Photos from my walk along the Mt Roskill Explorer
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