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Dogs allowedEasy

Karangahake Gorge Tunnel Loop Walk

Waikato

0.511.522.533.9 km90 m
↑ 112 m gain↓ 111 m descenthigh 90 msteepest 46 %
DISTANCE3.9 km
ASCENT112 m
DURATION57m
STEEPEST46 %

Route and dog-access details for this walk come from the Department of Conservation, licensed CC BY 4.0. Evidence: coded dog-access data in the licensed source. How we check dog rules.

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The route

Good to know

Dogs are allowed here. Keep them on the lead, watch for ground-nesting birds and stock, and read the signs at the gate.

Usually a quiet track

About Karangahake Gorge Tunnel Loop Walk

In Waikato, Karangahake Gorge Tunnel Loop Walk runs 3.9 km.

It sits at the easy end and gains roughly 112 m, pitching up to 46 % at its steepest, and takes about 57m to walk.

Dogs are allowed here, on the lead.

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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Karangahake Gorge Tunnel Loop Walk?

Yes. Dogs are welcome on Karangahake Gorge Tunnel Loop Walk, per the Department of Conservation listing for this track. Watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Karangahake Gorge Tunnel Loop Walk?

Karangahake Gorge Tunnel Loop Walk is 3.9 km with roughly 112 m of climb and takes about 57m.

Shorter walks along this track

Separate walks, each signposted in its own right, that run inside this route.

From the pack

Walked and logged 3 times by the pack, 1 proven with a photo. first proven by Melissa & Indiana.

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