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On-leadEasy

Kilbirnie Park Walk

Wellington · Loop

↑ 0 m gain↓ 0 m descenthigh 5 msteepest 2 %
DISTANCE0.8 km
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST2 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 5.0 · 1
DOG EFFORT1.1 /5 paws
PARKING20 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 dogGood with kidsUsually a quiet track

About Kilbirnie Park Walk

This short track follows 0.8 km as a loop, in Wellington.

Graded easy, it stays flat overall, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Along the way there is big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 5.0 / 5 across 1 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 Kilbirnie Park Walk?

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

How long is Kilbirnie Park Walk?

Kilbirnie Park Walk is 0.8 km with barely any climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Kilbirnie Park Walk?

Yes. The closest is Catchpool Valley Campsite, about 12 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

Hikes nearby

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

EasyWellington
1.8 km↑49 m0.5–1 hr★4.3 rating
Good with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyWellington
1.8 km↑24 m0.5–1 hr★4.6 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.

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