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Off-lead OKEasy

Fireball Road

CODG · Nelson-Tasman

0.511.4 km243 m
↑ 103 m gain↓ 103 m descenthigh 243 msteepest 29 %
DISTANCE1.4 km
ASCENT103 m
DURATION27m
STEEPEST29 %
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Nearest emergency vetNelson Vets - Victory (after-hours on-call), Nelson~5 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 Fireball Road

Fireball Road is a track of 1.4 km, near CODG in Nelson-Tasman.

Graded easy, it climbs about 103 m overall, pitching up to 29 % at its steepest, and takes about 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 Fireball Road?

Yes. Fireball 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 Fireball Road?

Fireball Road is 1.4 km with roughly 103 m of climb and takes about 27m.

Where dogs are welcome in NZGear checklist for dog hikes

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