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On-leadModerate

Lees Grove Track

Lower Hutt · Wellington · Out & Back

0.511.522.533.7 km377 m
↑ 252 m gain↓ 250 m descenthigh 377 msteepest 24 %
DISTANCE3.9 km
ASCENT252 m
DURATION1.5–2 hr
STEEPEST24 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.5 · 9
DOG EFFORT3.4 /5 paws
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.

Forest shadeGood with kids

About Lees Grove Track

Lees Grove Track covers 3.9 km, near Lower Hutt in Wellington, walked as an out-and-back.

It sits at the moderate end and gains roughly 252 m, pitching up to 24 % at its steepest, and takes about 1.5–2 hr to walk.

Walkers come for native forest and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.5 / 5 across 9 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 Lees Grove Track?

Dogs are welcome on Lees Grove Track on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Lees Grove Track?

Lees Grove Track is 3.9 km with roughly 252 m of climb and takes about 1.5–2 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Lees Grove Track?

Yes. The closest is Catchpool Valley Campsite, about 10 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.

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ModerateLower Hutt
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ModerateLower Hutt
2.9 km↑263 m1.5–2 hr★4.7 rating
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Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
EasyLower Hutt
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Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.

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Hard
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