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Dogs allowedHard

Hawkins Hill via Tip Track

Wellington · Out & Back

1234567.9 km482 m
↑ 454 m gain↓ 452 m descenthigh 482 msteepest 25 %
DISTANCE8.2 km
ASCENT454 m
DURATION3–3.5 hr
STEEPEST25 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · WALKERS 4.6 · 69
DOG EFFORT3.7 /5 paws
PARKING230 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.

Open track, carry water for the dogA popular track, busy on weekends

About Hawkins Hill via Tip Track

This long track follows 8.2 km as an out-and-back, in Wellington.

It sits at the hard end and gains roughly 454 m, pitching up to 25 % at its steepest, and takes about 3–3.5 hr to walk.

Along the way there are big views, wildflowers, and wildlife. 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 4.6 / 5 across 69 reviews.

Stay nearby

Dog-friendly places to sleep within 25 km of the trailhead, each one with the distance shown. Sort out the stay, then walk.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Hawkins Hill via Tip Track?

Probably, and here is exactly what we know. No authority publishes dog wording for Hawkins Hill via Tip Track 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 Hawkins Hill via Tip Track?

Hawkins Hill via Tip Track is 8.2 km with roughly 454 m of climb and takes about 3–3.5 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Hawkins Hill via Tip Track?

Yes. The closest is Catchpool Valley Campsite, about 14 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

From the pack

Walked and logged 1 time by the pack, 1 proven with a photo. first proven by Abi & Cookie.

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