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Marchant Ridge
Wellington
↑ 413 m gain ↓ 965 m descent high 1206 m steepest 64 %
DISTANCE 11.8 km
ASCENT 413 m
DURATION 3h 3m
STEEPEST 64 %
Route and dog-access details for this walk come from the Department of Conservation , licensed CC BY 4.0. Evidence: coded dog-access data in the licensed source. How we check dog rules .
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Good to know
Dogs are allowed here. Watch for ground-nesting birds and stock, and read the signs at the gate.
About Marchant Ridge
In Wellington, Marchant Ridge runs 11.8 km .
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 welcome here.
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 Marchant Ridge? Yes. Dogs are welcome on Marchant Ridge, per the Department of Conservation listing for this track. Watch for ground-nesting birds.
How long is Marchant Ridge? Marchant Ridge is 11.8 km with roughly 413 m of climb and takes about 3h 3m.
From the pack Walked and logged 1 time by the pack.
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