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Off-lead OKHard

GLT Waihora Section

Waikato

24681012.2 km492 m
↑ 314 m gain↓ 360 m descenthigh 492 msteepest 61 %
DISTANCE12.2 km
ASCENT314 m
DURATION2h 58m
STEEPEST61 %
Nearest emergency vetWaikato After Hours Veterinary Hospital (WAVH), Hamilton~130 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
07 839 5656
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 GLT Waihora Section

In Waikato, GLT Waihora Section runs 12.2 km as a track.

Graded hard, it climbs about 314 m overall, pitching up to 61 % at its steepest, and takes about 2h 58m to walk.

Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on GLT Waihora Section?

Yes. GLT Waihora Section 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 GLT Waihora Section?

GLT Waihora Section is 12.2 km with roughly 314 m of climb and takes about 2h 58m.

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