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Aramoana Spit Walk

Port Chalmers · Otago · Out & Back

↑ 0 m gain↓ 0 m descenthigh 2 msteepest 2 %
DISTANCE1.9 km
ASCENT30 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST2 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 5.0 · 2
DOG EFFORT1.3 /5 paws
PARKING20 m away
DirectionsApple MapsForecast at the trailheadDownload GPXSend the start point to your phone
Nearest emergency vetDunedin Emergency & After-Hours Vet Clinic (DEVC), Dunedin~25 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
03 477 7233
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.

Beach swimOpen track, carry water for the dogUsually a quiet track

About Aramoana Spit Walk

Near Port Chalmers in Otago, Aramoana Spit Walk runs 1.9 km as an out-and-back.

Graded easy, it climbs about 30 m overall, pitching up to 2 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Along the way there are beach walking and wildlife. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 5.0 / 5 across 2 reviews.

Stay nearby

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

Stay & walk

Trotters Gorge Campsite

42.1 km awayCampsite details →
Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Aramoana Spit Walk?

Dogs are welcome on Aramoana Spit Walk on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Aramoana Spit Walk?

Aramoana Spit Walk is 1.9 km with roughly 30 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Aramoana Spit Walk?

Yes, the track has beach access where a dog can cool off. In warm months check the LAWA water quality map for toxic algae warnings first.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Aramoana Spit Walk?

Yes. The closest is Trotters Gorge Campsite, about 42 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

DOC dog-access rulesCamping with your dogGear checklist for dog hikes

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