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On-leadEasy

Forest Hill Loop Track

Southland

0.511.5 km277 m
↑ 43 m gain↓ 34 m descenthigh 277 msteepest 18 %
DISTANCE1.5 km
ASCENT43 m
DURATION21m
STEEPEST18 %
Nearest emergency vetElles Road Veterinary Centre (Invercargill) - 24/7 after-hours, Invercargill~30 min drive · 24/7
03 214 4156
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.

Open track, carry water for the dogUsually a quiet track

About Forest Hill Loop Track

Forest Hill Loop Track covers 1.5 km, in Southland, walked as a track.

Expect easy going, with around 43 m of climb, pitching up to 18 % at its steepest, and takes about 21m to walk.

Dogs are welcome here on the lead.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Forest Hill Loop Track?

Dogs are welcome on Forest Hill Loop Track on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Forest Hill Loop Track?

Forest Hill Loop Track is 1.5 km with roughly 43 m of climb and takes about 21m.

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