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Bob's Cove Track

Queenstown · Otago · Out & Back

246810.8 km358 m
↑ 212 m gain↓ 213 m descenthigh 358 msteepest 19 %
DISTANCE11.1 km
ASCENT212 m
DURATION3–3.5 hr
STEEPEST19 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.5 · 561
DOG EFFORT3.2 /5 paws
PARKING20 m away
Nearest emergency vetRemarkable Vets (Queenstown) - 24hr emergency, Queenstown~20 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.

Beach swimLake swimForest shadeA 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 Bob's Cove Track

Bob's Cove Track is an out-and-back of 11.1 km, near Queenstown in Otago.

Expect easy going, with around 212 m of climb, pitching up to 19 % at its steepest, and takes about 3–3.5 hr to walk.

Walkers come for beach walking, native forest, lakeside stretches, and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.5 / 5 across 561 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 Bob's Cove Track?

Dogs are welcome on Bob's Cove Track on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Bob's Cove Track?

Bob's Cove Track is 11.1 km with roughly 212 m of climb and takes about 3–3.5 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Bob's Cove Track?

Yes, the track has beach and lake 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 Bob's Cove Track?

Yes. The closest is Twelve Mile Delta Campsite, about 3 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

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On a curated trip

This track is one leg of a longer dog-friendly route.

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