Hiking Dogs
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.
-45.79950, 170.51566
Dogs allowedModerate

Leith Saddle Walkway (Walk)

Dunedin · Otago

0.511.7 km650 m
↑ 252 m gain↓ 4 m descenthigh 650 msteepest 34 %
DISTANCE1.7 km
ASCENT252 m
DURATION45m
STEEPEST34 %
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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.

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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 (Walk)

Leith Saddle Walkway (Walk) is a short walk of 1.7 km, near Dunedin in Otago.

DOC's own page for the Leith Saddle Track says dogs on a leash only. Keep the lead on from the road end to the top.

It sits at the moderate end and gains roughly 252 m, pitching up to 34 % at its steepest, and takes about 45m 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

Portobello Village Tourist Park

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

Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels

11.8 km away · Dogs by arrangement, ask firstCampground details →
Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, dogs are welcome on Leith Saddle Walkway (Walk). 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 (Walk)?

Leith Saddle Walkway (Walk) is 1.7 km with roughly 252 m of climb and takes about 45m.

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From the pack

Walked and logged 3 times by the pack, 1 proven with a photo. first proven by Amber & Roo.

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