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On-leadModerate

Arrow River Trail via Millennium Walkway

Arrowtown · Otago · Out & Back

246811.8 km403 m
↑ 52 m gain↓ 50 m descenthigh 403 msteepest 11 %
DISTANCE11.9 km
ASCENT52 m
DURATION2.5–3 hr
STEEPEST11 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.5 · 113
DOG EFFORT2.7 /5 paws
PARKING50 m away
Nearest emergency vetRemarkable Vets (Queenstown) - 24hr emergency, Queenstown~15 min drive · 24/7
03 442 1411
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.

River swim spotsForest shadeGood with kidsA popular track, busy on weekends
Check the water before the dog swims. Toxic algae blooms in NZ rivers and lakes can kill a dog within hours. Scan the LAWA water quality map in warm months and keep dogs away from dark slime on rocks.

About Arrow River Trail via Millennium Walkway

Arrow River Trail via Millennium Walkway is an out-and-back of 11.9 km, near Arrowtown in Otago.

It sits at the moderate end and gains roughly 52 m, pitching up to 11 % at its steepest, and takes about 2.5–3 hr to walk.

Walkers come for native forest and river frontage. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.5 / 5 across 113 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 Arrow River Trail via Millennium Walkway?

Dogs are welcome on Arrow River Trail via Millennium Walkway on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Arrow River Trail via Millennium Walkway?

Arrow River Trail via Millennium Walkway is 11.9 km with roughly 52 m of climb and takes about 2.5–3 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Arrow River Trail via Millennium Walkway?

Yes, the track has river 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 Arrow River Trail via Millennium Walkway?

Yes. The closest is Macetown Campsite, about 8 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.

HardArrowtown
15 km↑725 m5.5–6.5 hr★4.5 rating
Swim spotShade
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Hard.
ModerateArrowtown
4.0 km↑192 m1–1.5 hr★4.6 rating
ShadeGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.

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ModerateWanaka
12 km↑33 m3–3.5 hr★4.6 rating
Swim spotShadeGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
EasyWanaka
0.5 km↑0 m0.5–1 hr★4.5 rating
Swim spotGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyMilton
1.6 km↑4 m0.5–1 hr★5.0 rating
Swim spotSealed underfoot
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.

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