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Grampians Summit via Grampians Walkway

Nelson · Nelson-Tasman · Out & Back

12344.7 km379 m
↑ 313 m gain↓ 313 m descenthigh 379 msteepest 26 %
DISTANCE4.8 km
ASCENT313 m
DURATION2–2.5 hr
STEEPEST26 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · WALKERS 4.4 · 60
DOG EFFORT3.6 /5 paws
PARKING220 m away

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The route

Good to know

Nobody we read prohibits dogs here, but no rule-setter publishes wording for this track by name, so the district-wide rule is what applies. Keep the lead handy, read the signs at the gate, and give ground-nesting birds and stock their room.

Forest shadeA popular track, busy on weekends2 cattle grids on route

About Grampians Summit via Grampians Walkway

Grampians Summit via Grampians Walkway is an out-and-back of 4.8 km, near Nelson in Nelson-Tasman.

Expect moderate going, with around 313 m of climb, pitching up to 26 % at its steepest, and takes about 2–2.5 hr to walk.

The track takes in native forest and big views. Nobody we read prohibits dogs here, but no rule-setter publishes wording for this track by name, so the district-wide rule is what applies. Keep the lead handy and read the signs at the gate. Walkers rate it 4.4 / 5 across 60 reviews.

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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Grampians Summit via Grampians Walkway?

Probably, and here is exactly what we know. No authority publishes dog wording for Grampians Summit via Grampians Walkway by name, so this one rests on the licensed walk data and the district-wide rule rather than a rule-setter's own words. Nobody we read prohibits dogs here, but that is not the same as a rule saying yes, so keep the lead handy and let the signs at the gate decide.

How long is Grampians Summit via Grampians Walkway?

Grampians Summit via Grampians Walkway is 4.8 km with roughly 313 m of climb and takes about 2–2.5 hr.

From the pack

Walked and logged 4 times by the pack, 1 proven with a photo. first proven by Roxy & Doug.

Walks nearby

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

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