North Head, Auckland Map

About North Head, Auckland

North Head is a locality in the Auckland Region of New Zealand. It sits at an elevation of around 13 m above sea level. It lies approximately 5 km east-northeast of Auckland, the regional capital. North Head is located at 36.8278°S, 174.8083°E. It observes New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT).

North Head commands a strategic position, its weathered slopes descending towards the shimmering expanse of Torpedo Bay. It lies 4.6 km east-north-east of Auckland (from Auckland: bearing 60°T), and is situated 6.0 km east-south-east of North Shore. The air here carries the briny tang of the Tasman Sea, a constant reminder of its coastal embrace. Rolling green pastures, dotted with the occasional hardy pohutukawa, give way to the steeper, more rugged terrain that defines this prominent headland. The land feels ancient, shaped by the restless tides and the persistent sea breeze, its curves and contours telling a silent story of geological time.

This promontory has long been a silent sentinel, its history woven into the very fabric of Auckland's maritime past. For generations, it served as a vital defensive stronghold, its gun emplacements and tunnels a stark testament to a bygone era of vigilance. Today, its slopes are a popular destination for those seeking panoramic views of the harbour and the distant Tamaki River, a place where the echoes of history mingle with the everyday rhythm of ferry traffic and the distant hum of the city. The land’s enduring beauty, however, belies its practical origins, offering a quiet sanctuary where the forces of nature and human endeavour have left their indelible mark.

About This North Head Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of North Head, Auckland, New Zealand — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: -36.82778, 174.80833. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time New Zealand and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorial description provides background on North Head.

North Head sits within the Auckland Region. Location data is drawn from the GeoNames geographical database and verified by coordinates, ensuring the correct North Head is identified even where the name is shared across multiple New Zealand localities.