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Dogs allowedEasy

Blue Lake Loop Walk

Otago

↑ 21 m gain↓ 18 m descenthigh 559 msteepest 13 %
DISTANCE1.7 km
ASCENT21 m
DURATION23m
STEEPEST13 %

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.

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The route

Good to know

Dogs are allowed here. Keep them on the lead, watch for ground-nesting birds and stock, and read the signs at the gate.

Usually a quiet track

About Blue Lake Loop Walk

Blue Lake Loop Walk covers 1.7 km, in Otago.

Graded easy, it climbs about 21 m overall, pitching up to 13 % at its steepest, and takes about 23m to walk.

Dogs are allowed here, on the lead.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Blue Lake Loop Walk?

Yes. Dogs are welcome on Blue Lake Loop Walk, per the Department of Conservation listing for this track. Watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Blue Lake Loop Walk?

Blue Lake Loop Walk is 1.7 km with roughly 21 m of climb and takes about 23m.

From the pack

Walked and logged 1 time by the pack, 1 proven with a photo. first proven by Daniel & Zola.

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