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Te Pane o Mataoho / Mangere Mountain

Māngere, Auckland

Less-visited volcanic cone with a crater, pā terraces and views to the airport.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
60 min
Te Pane o Mataoho / Mangere Mountain
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Te Pane o Mataoho (Mangere Mountain) is a volcanic cone with a deep crater and well-preserved Māori terraces. The summit looks out over the Manukau Harbour and the airport. It is much quieter than the central volcanoes.

Good to know

  • Keep to the paths, it is a sacred site
  • The Mangere Mountain Education Centre has Sunday opening, check
Best time
Late afternoon
Open
All year
Getting there
Sealed road, car park
Vehicles
Fine in any car
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

Facilities

  • Toilets

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

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