Auckland · Hiking

Ross Bay Track

1.0 mi
round trip
984 ft
climb
565 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Ross Bay Track is an out-and-back trail, 1.0 miles each way (2.0 miles round trip) in Auckland, New Zealand. It runs between about 60 ft and 560 ft above sea level, with roughly 680 ft of climbing one way. The nearest town is Tryphena, about 2.1 miles southwest of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Ruahine, Raihoa and Needle Rocks. For camping, Medlands Beach Campsite is within about 6 miles. There are 4 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.

  • Nearby · Waiau Kauri Grove Track · Te Ara Hura · Leigh Harbour Walkway

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Conditions and forecast

Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at Ross Bay Track for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.

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