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Aorere

HIRA · Nelson-Tasman

[]0.6 km551 m
↑ 3 m gain↓ 43 m descenthigh 551 msteepest 18 %
DISTANCE0.6 km
DURATION8m
STEEPEST18 %
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Nearest emergency vetNelson Vets - Victory (after-hours on-call), Nelson~10 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
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The route

Good to know

Dogs can run off-lead here, one of only 323 tracks in Aotearoa where that’s allowed.

Open track, carry water for the dogUsually a quiet track

About Aorere

Aorere covers 0.6 km, near HIRA in Nelson-Tasman, walked as a track.

It sits at the easy end and barely climbs, and takes about 8m to walk.

Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Aorere?

Yes. Aorere is one of only 323 tracks in New Zealand where dogs can legally run off the lead. Check for seasonal wildlife closures before you unclip.

How long is Aorere?

Aorere is 0.6 km with barely any climb and takes about 8m.

Where dogs are welcome in NZGear checklist for dog hikes

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