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On-leadEasy

Karori Park Loop

Wellington · Loop

↑ 3 m gain↓ 0 m descenthigh 146 msteepest 3 %
DISTANCE1.0 km
ASCENT18 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST3 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.6 · 25
DOG EFFORT1.3 /5 paws
PARKING70 m away
Nearest emergency vetWellington After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Wellington~10 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
04 473 7545
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 dogPaw-friendly sealed surfaceGood with kids

About Karori Park Loop

Karori Park Loop covers 1.0 km, in Wellington, walked as a loop.

Graded easy, it climbs about 18 m overall, pitching up to 3 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Walkers come for big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.6 / 5 across 25 reviews.

Stay nearby

Dog-friendly DOC campsites close to the trailhead, sort out the sleep, then walk.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Karori Park Loop?

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

How long is Karori Park Loop?

Karori Park Loop is 1.0 km with roughly 18 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Karori Park Loop?

Yes. The closest is Catchpool Valley Campsite, about 18 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

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