Southland · Dog access

Can I take my dog on Gertrude Saddle Route?

No, dogs are not allowed on Gertrude Saddle Route. Sits inside Fiordland National Park, where DOC prohibits dogs, and the DOC route page states 'No dogs'. Department of Conservation has the details.

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