Maungawhau / Mount Eden, Dormant volcano in Auckland Region, New Zealand.
Mount Eden rises 196 meters above sea level, featuring a grass-covered crater that measures 50 meters deep with steep inner slopes.
The volcano formed approximately 28,000 years ago as part of the Auckland volcanic field, with carbon dating confirmed through whau tree fragments.
The Māori name Maungawhau translates to mountain of the whau tree, and the summit once housed a fortified village with terraces for living spaces.
The summit becomes accessible through multiple walking paths, with the ascent taking approximately 20 minutes from the base parking areas.
The volcanic cone contains a boardwalk that opened in 2020 to protect the land from the impact of one million annual visitors.
Location: Auckland Region
Elevation above the sea: 196 m
Part of: Auckland volcanic field
GPS coordinates: -36.87817,174.76453
Latest update: March 6, 2025 19:11
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