MaungawhauMount Eden
Also known as Mt Eden
250 Mount Eden Road, Mount Eden
About Mount Eden
One of Auckland region's 14 Tūpuna Maunga (ancestral mountains).
At 196m tall, Maungawhau or Mount Eden is the highest volcano in Auckland. From the summit, you can enjoy spectacular views of the city and its harbours.
A large, well-preserved crater, some 50 metres deep, is contained within the summit cone.
Access the maunga from Mount Eden Road. The main entrance gates are open from 7am to 8.30pm in summer, and 7am to 7pm in winter.
Find out more about this maunga (mountain) on the Tūpuna Maunga Authority website.
Projects taking place on the maunga
Visit the Tūpuna Maunga Authority website for information about any works that may be taking place so you can plan your next visit.
You need to know
Animals
Dogs must be on leash at all times in our parks unless otherwise stated in the dog walking section.
Alcohol
Alcohol is banned from some public places in Auckland. See Alcohol bans to find out the rules for each park and view ban maps.
Smokefree parks
Our parks are all smokefree.
Waste
Use bins where provided to dispose of your rubbish. If there are no bins take all rubbish and recycling with you when you leave.
Outdoor fires
It is illegal to light open fires in public areas in the Auckland region.
What to see and do at Mount Eden
- Drinking fountain ‑ Drinking fountain is near the playground.
- Picnic table
Map of Mt Eden
Map of Map of Mt Eden
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