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Lancewood Waggles

Hira · Nelson-Tasman

↑ 24 m gain↓ 34 m descenthigh 315 msteepest 24 %
DISTANCE0.8 km
ASCENT24 m
DURATION12m
STEEPEST24 %
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Nearest emergency vetNelson Vets - Victory (after-hours on-call), Nelson~10 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
03 546 9646
The route

Good to know

Dogs can run off-lead here, one of only 323 tracks in Aotearoa where that’s allowed.

Open track, carry water for the dogUsually a quiet track

About Lancewood Waggles

This short track follows 0.8 km as a track, near Hira in Nelson-Tasman.

Graded easy, it climbs about 24 m overall, pitching up to 24 % at its steepest, and takes about 12m to walk.

Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Lancewood Waggles?

Yes. Lancewood Waggles is one of only 323 tracks in New Zealand where dogs can legally run off the lead. Check for seasonal wildlife closures before you unclip.

How long is Lancewood Waggles?

Lancewood Waggles is 0.8 km with roughly 24 m of climb and takes about 12m.

Where dogs are welcome in NZGear checklist for dog hikes

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