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On-leadEasy

Jacks Blowhole Walking Track

Otago

0.511.5 km80 m
↑ 76 m gain↓ 30 m descenthigh 80 msteepest 58 %
DISTANCE1.5 km
ASCENT76 m
DURATION25m
STEEPEST58 %
Nearest emergency vetDunedin Emergency & After-Hours Vet Clinic (DEVC), Dunedin~110 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 Jacks Blowhole Walking Track

Jacks Blowhole Walking Track is a track of 1.5 km, in Otago.

Graded easy, it climbs about 76 m overall, pitching up to 58 % at its steepest, and takes about 25m to walk.

Dogs are welcome here on the lead.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Jacks Blowhole Walking Track?

Dogs are welcome on Jacks Blowhole Walking Track on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Jacks Blowhole Walking Track?

Jacks Blowhole Walking Track is 1.5 km with roughly 76 m of climb and takes about 25m.

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