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Koutu Boulders Walk

Opononi · Northland · Out & Back

↑ 7 m gain↓ 9 m descenthigh 8 msteepest 5 %
DISTANCE2.6 km
ASCENT7 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST5 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 3.9 · 14
DOG EFFORT1.5 /5 paws
PARKING20 m away
Nearest emergency vetMaunu Road Vet Clinic (Northland Veterinary Group) - 24/7 after-hours, Whangarei~100 min drive · 24/7
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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 dogGood with kids

About Koutu Boulders Walk

Koutu Boulders Walk covers 2.6 km, near Opononi in Northland, walked as an out-and-back.

It sits at the easy end and gains roughly 7 m, pitching up to 5 % at its steepest, 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 3.9 / 5 across 14 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Koutu Boulders Walk?

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

How long is Koutu Boulders Walk?

Koutu Boulders Walk is 2.6 km with roughly 7 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

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