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Karo Park Walk

Inglewood · Taranaki · Out & Back

↑ 0 m gain↓ 0 m descenthigh 218 msteepest 2 %
DISTANCE0.5 km
ASCENT9 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST2 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 5.0 · 1
DOG EFFORT1.1 /5 paws
PARKING40 m away
Nearest emergency vetA+ VET - Afterhours Plus Vet Emergency Taranaki, New Plymouth~15 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
06 242 1278
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.

River swim spotsOpen track, carry water for the dogGood with kidsUsually a quiet track
Check the water before the dog swims. Toxic algae blooms in NZ rivers and lakes can kill a dog within hours. Scan the LAWA water quality map in warm months and keep dogs away from dark slime on rocks.

About Karo Park Walk

Karo Park Walk is an out-and-back of 0.5 km, near Inglewood in Taranaki.

It sits at the easy end and gains roughly 9 m, pitching up to 2 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Walkers come for river frontage. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 5.0 / 5 across 1 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Karo Park Walk?

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

How long is Karo Park Walk?

Karo Park Walk is 0.5 km with roughly 9 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Karo Park Walk?

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

Hikes nearby

The closest dog-friendly tracks to this trailhead, by straight-line distance.

EasyInglewood
0.5 km↑10 m0.5–1 hr★3.3 rating
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ModerateNew Plymouth
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Swim spotShadeSealed underfoot
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
EasyNew Plymouth
3.5 km↑41 m0.5–1 hr★4.1 rating
Swim spotShadeGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.

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