Runs along Leith Saddle Track, which is the longer route the map draws through here. This is its own walk, with its own trailhead and its own page.

-45.80098, 170.49667

Dogs allowedEasy

Leith Saddle Walkway (Track)

Dunedin · Otago

↑ 57 m gain↓ 2 m descenthigh 705 msteepest 17 %

DISTANCE1.0 km

ASCENT57 m

DURATION17m

STEEPEST17 %

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Route and dog-access details for this walk come from the Department of Conservation, licensed CC BY 4.0. DOC’s own wording: “Leith Saddle Track: "Dogs on a leash only. Other pets on conservation land rules."”. Evidence: a hand-checked correction against the authority. How we check dog rules.

Nearest emergency vetDunedin Emergency & After-Hours Vet Clinic (DEVC), Dunedin~5 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)

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The route

Good to know

Dogs are allowed here. Keep them on the lead, watch for ground-nesting birds and stock, and read the signs at the gate.

Usually a quiet track

About Leith Saddle Walkway (Track)

Leith Saddle Walkway (Track) is a short walk of 1.0 km, near Dunedin in Otago.

DOC's own page for the Leith Saddle Track says dogs on a leash only. Keep the lead on across the tussock tops to the microwave station.

Expect easy going, with around 57 m of climb, pitching up to 17 % at its steepest, and takes about 17m to walk.

Dogs are allowed here, on the lead.

Stay nearby

Dog-friendly places to sleep within 25 km of the trailhead, each one with the distance shown. Sort out the stay, then walk.

Stay & walk

Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels

11.7 km away · Dogs by arrangement, ask firstCampground details →Stay & walk

Portobello Village Tourist Park

12.8 km away · Dogs by arrangement, ask firstCampground details →

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Leith Saddle Walkway (Track)?

Yes, dogs are welcome on Leith Saddle Walkway (Track). DOC's own wording for this track: "Leith Saddle Track: "Dogs on a leash only. Other pets on conservation land rules."".

How long is Leith Saddle Walkway (Track)?

Leith Saddle Walkway (Track) is 1.0 km with roughly 57 m of climb and takes about 17m.

From the pack

Walked and logged 3 times by the pack.

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