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On-leadEasy

Greytown to Woodside Trail

Greytown · Wellington · Out & Back

2469.1 km95 m
↑ 35 m gain↓ 34 m descenthigh 95 msteepest 3 %
DISTANCE9.0 km
ASCENT35 m
DURATION2–2.5 hr
STEEPEST3 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.2 · 38
DOG EFFORT2.1 /5 paws
Nearest emergency vetWellington After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Wellington~65 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
04 473 7545
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 dogGood with kids

About Greytown to Woodside Trail

This long track follows 9.0 km as an out-and-back, near Greytown in Wellington.

Expect easy going, with around 35 m of climb, pitching up to 3 % at its steepest, and takes about 2–2.5 hr to walk.

Along the way there are big views and an old rail formation. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.2 / 5 across 38 reviews.

Stay nearby

Dog-friendly DOC campsites close to the trailhead, sort out the sleep, then walk.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Greytown to Woodside Trail?

Dogs are welcome on Greytown to Woodside Trail on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Greytown to Woodside Trail?

Greytown to Woodside Trail is 9.0 km with roughly 35 m of climb and takes about 2–2.5 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Greytown to Woodside Trail?

Yes. The closest is Bucks Road Campsite, about 8 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

Hikes nearby

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

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Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.

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EasyMartinborough
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