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Off-lead OKHard

Central Road

Hira · Nelson-Tasman

24681013.6 km397 m
↑ 436 m gain↓ 427 m descenthigh 397 msteepest 30 %
DISTANCE13.6 km
ASCENT436 m
DURATION3h 27m
STEEPEST30 %
DirectionsApple MapsForecast at the trailheadOfficial track pageDownload GPXSend the start point to your phone
Nearest emergency vetNelson Vets - Victory (after-hours on-call), Nelson~10 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
03 546 9646
The route

Good to know

Dogs can run off-lead here, one of only 323 tracks in Aotearoa where that’s allowed.

Open track, carry water for the dogUsually a quiet track

About Central Road

Central Road covers 13.6 km, near Hira in Nelson-Tasman, walked as a track.

Graded hard, it climbs about 436 m overall, pitching up to 30 % at its steepest, and takes about 3h 27m to walk.

Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Central Road?

Yes. Central Road is one of only 323 tracks in New Zealand where dogs can legally run off the lead. Check for seasonal wildlife closures before you unclip.

How long is Central Road?

Central Road is 13.6 km with roughly 436 m of climb and takes about 3h 27m.

Where dogs are welcome in NZGear checklist for dog hikes

Hikes nearby

The closest dog-friendly tracks to this trailhead, by straight-line distance.

Rifle Range Road

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Chings Highway

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4.1 km↑142 m1h 3m

Willow Lane

EasyHira
1.1 km↑40 m17m

Aorere

EasyHIRA
0.6 km↑3 m8m

More in Nelson-Tasman

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Firball Climb

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Fireball Road

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