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Akina Park Loop

Hastings · Hawke's Bay · Loop

↑ 3 m gain↓ 3 m descenthigh 13 msteepest 1 %
DISTANCE1.9 km
ASCENT15 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST1 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 5.0 · 1
DOG EFFORT1.3 /5 paws
PARKING60 m away
Nearest emergency vetHBAH - Hawke's Bay Urgent Care & After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Hastings~5 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
06 651 7103
The route

Good to know

On the lead here. Keep it to two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds, as on most NZ tracks.

Open track, carry water for the dogGood with kidsUsually a quiet track

About Akina Park Loop

Akina Park Loop covers 1.9 km, near Hastings in Hawke's Bay, walked as a loop.

It sits at the easy end and gains roughly 15 m, pitching up to 1 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 5.0 / 5 across 1 reviews.

Stay nearby

Dog-friendly DOC campsites close to the trailhead, sort out the sleep, then walk.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Akina Park Loop?

Dogs are welcome on Akina Park Loop on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Akina Park Loop?

Akina Park Loop is 1.9 km with roughly 15 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Akina Park Loop?

Yes. The closest is Waikari River Mouth Campsite, about 58 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

Hikes nearby

The closest dog-friendly tracks to this trailhead, by straight-line distance.

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EasyHastings
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ModerateHastings
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EasyHavelock North
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Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.

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