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Off-lead OKHard

Marchant Ridge

Wellington

↑ 413 m gain↓ 965 m descenthigh 1206 msteepest 64 %

DISTANCE11.8 km

ASCENT413 m

DURATION3h 3m

STEEPEST64 %

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Nearest emergency vetWellington After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Wellington~55 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)

04 473 7545

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 trackBest in summer; snow and ice at altitude in winter

About Marchant Ridge

In Wellington, Marchant Ridge runs 11.8 km as a track.

Expect hard going, with around 413 m of climb, pitching up to 64 % at its steepest, and takes about 3h 3m to walk.

Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Marchant Ridge?

Yes. Marchant Ridge 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 Marchant Ridge?

Marchant Ridge is 11.8 km with roughly 413 m of climb and takes about 3h 3m.

Hikes nearby

The closest dog-friendly tracks to this trailhead, by straight-line distance.

Alpha Hut to Kime Hut

HardOtaki

8.0 km↑713 m3.5–4 hr

Alpha Hut to Tutuwai Hut

ModerateUpper Hutt

6.6 km↑233 m3.5–4 hr

Swim spotShade

Alpha Hut to Aston Junction

Easy

2.6 km↑105 m41m

Tutuwai Hut to Alpha Hut

HardOtaki

6.6 km↑1057 m3.5–4 hr★4.0 rating

Swim spotShade

Marchant Ridge

Good to know

About Marchant Ridge

Frequently asked questions

Hikes nearby

Alpha Hut to Kime Hut

Alpha Hut to Tutuwai Hut

Alpha Hut to Aston Junction

Tutuwai Hut to Alpha Hut

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