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Lowry Trig Viewpoint from Ferry Road

Lower Hutt · Wellington · Out & Back

12345.1 km359 m
↑ 325 m gain↓ 323 m descenthigh 359 msteepest 36 %
DISTANCE5.1 km
ASCENT325 m
DURATION2–2.5 hr
STEEPEST36 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · WALKERS 4.7 · 13
DOG EFFORT4.0 /5 paws
PARKING280 m away

This walk comes from licensed public walk data and is being progressively confirmed against the authorities. Signs on the day always win. The rule-setter’s own wording: “Dogs are welcome in the Northern Forest but must be leashed. No dogs allowed in Baring Head or the Parangarahu Lakes. Greater Wellington's East Harbour Regional Park dog rules map shows the Northern Forest as a single zone with one legend entry, Dogs on leads”. 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.

Forest shade

About Lowry Trig Viewpoint from Ferry Road

Lowry Trig Viewpoint from Ferry Road is an out-and-back of 5.1 km, near Lower Hutt in Wellington.

Expect moderate going, with around 325 m of climb, pitching up to 36 % at its steepest, and takes about 2–2.5 hr to walk.

Walkers come for native forest and big views. Dogs are allowed here, on the lead. Walkers rate it 4.7 / 5 across 13 reviews.

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.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Lowry Trig Viewpoint from Ferry Road?

Yes, dogs are welcome on Lowry Trig Viewpoint from Ferry Road. The rule-setter's own wording for this track: "Dogs are welcome in the Northern Forest but must be leashed. No dogs allowed in Baring Head or the Parangarahu Lakes. Greater Wellington's East Harbour Regional Park dog rules map shows the Northern Forest as a single zone with one legend entry, Dogs on leads".

How long is Lowry Trig Viewpoint from Ferry Road?

Lowry Trig Viewpoint from Ferry Road is 5.1 km with roughly 325 m of climb and takes about 2–2.5 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Lowry Trig Viewpoint from Ferry Road?

Yes. The closest is Catchpool Valley Campsite, about 9 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

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