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On-leadModerate

Hokitika Heritage Walk

West Coast

2468.6 km47 m
↑ 55 m gain↓ 56 m descenthigh 47 msteepest 14 %
DISTANCE8.6 km
ASCENT55 m
DURATION1h 48m
STEEPEST14 %
Nearest emergency vetChristchurch After Hours Veterinary Centre, Christchurch~190 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
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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 dogUsually a quiet track

About Hokitika Heritage Walk

Hokitika Heritage Walk covers 8.6 km, in West Coast, walked as a track.

Goldrush and river-port town historic heritage sites, buildings and statues. Brochure and information panels bring history to life.

It sits at the moderate end and gains roughly 55 m, pitching up to 14 % at its steepest, and takes about 1h 48m to walk.

Dogs are welcome here on the lead.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Hokitika Heritage Walk?

Dogs are welcome on Hokitika Heritage Walk on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Hokitika Heritage Walk?

Hokitika Heritage Walk is 8.6 km with roughly 55 m of climb and takes about 1h 48m.

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On a curated trip

This track is one leg of a longer dog-friendly route.

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