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Hawkins Hill Road to Red Rocks via Te Kopahou Summit

Wellington · Point to Point

246811.7 km486 m
↑ 273 m gain↓ 634 m descenthigh 486 msteepest 42 %
DISTANCE11.9 km
ASCENT273 m
STEEPEST42 %
ROUTEPoint to Point
RATING · HIKERS 4.3 · 19
DOG EFFORT4.0 /5 paws
PARKING70 m away
Nearest emergency vetWellington After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Wellington~10 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.

Beach swimForest shadePaw-friendly sealed surfaceCattle grid on routeStile on route

About Hawkins Hill Road to Red Rocks via Te Kopahou Summit

This long track follows 11.9 km as a point-to-point, in Wellington.

Expect moderate going, with around 273 m of climb, pitching up to 42 % at its steepest.

Walkers come for beach walking, native forest, big views, and historic sites. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.3 / 5 across 19 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 Hawkins Hill Road to Red Rocks via Te Kopahou Summit?

Dogs are welcome on Hawkins Hill Road to Red Rocks via Te Kopahou Summit on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Hawkins Hill Road to Red Rocks via Te Kopahou Summit?

Hawkins Hill Road to Red Rocks via Te Kopahou Summit is 11.9 km with roughly 273 m of climb.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Hawkins Hill Road to Red Rocks via Te Kopahou Summit?

Yes, the track has beach access where a dog can cool off. In warm months check the LAWA water quality map for toxic algae warnings first.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Hawkins Hill Road to Red Rocks via Te Kopahou Summit?

Yes. The closest is Catchpool Valley Campsite, about 16 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

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