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Barra Track
Wellington
↑ 410 m gain ↓ 298 m descent high 471 m steepest 48 %
DISTANCE 8.0 km
ASCENT 410 m
DURATION 2h 16m
STEEPEST 48 %
Route and dog-access details for this walk come from the Department of Conservation , licensed CC BY 4.0. Evidence: coded dog-access data in the licensed source. How we check dog rules .
Nearest emergency vet Massey University Pet Emergency Centre (Te Pokapū Ohotata), Palmerston North ~65 min drive · 24/7
Good to know
Dogs are allowed here. Watch for ground-nesting birds and stock, and read the signs at the gate.
About Barra Track
In Wellington, Barra Track runs 8.0 km .
It sits at the hard end and gains roughly 410 m , pitching up to 48 % at its steepest, and takes about 2h 16m to walk.
Dogs are welcome here.
Stay nearby
Dog-friendly places to sleep within 25 km of the trailhead, each one with the distance shown. Sort out the stay, then walk.
Quick answers
Frequently asked questions Can I take my dog on Barra Track? Yes. Dogs are welcome on Barra Track, per the Department of Conservation listing for this track. Watch for ground-nesting birds.
How long is Barra Track? Barra Track is 8.0 km with roughly 410 m of climb and takes about 2h 16m.
From the pack Walked and logged 1 time by the pack, 1 proven with a photo. first proven by Laura & Noah.
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