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Off-lead OKHard

Marchant Ridge-Old Dobson Hut Site -Cany

Wellington

12345.1 km652 m
↑ 425 m gain↓ 252 m descenthigh 652 msteepest 66 %
DISTANCE5.1 km
ASCENT425 m
DURATION1h 44m
STEEPEST66 %
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Nearest emergency vetWellington After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Wellington~50 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 track

About Marchant Ridge-Old Dobson Hut Site -Cany

Marchant Ridge-Old Dobson Hut Site -Cany covers 5.1 km, in Wellington, walked as a track.

It sits at the hard end and gains roughly 425 m, pitching up to 66 % at its steepest, and takes about 1h 44m 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-Old Dobson Hut Site -Cany?

Yes. Marchant Ridge-Old Dobson Hut Site -Cany 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-Old Dobson Hut Site -Cany?

Marchant Ridge-Old Dobson Hut Site -Cany is 5.1 km with roughly 425 m of climb and takes about 1h 44m.

Where dogs are welcome in NZGear checklist for dog hikes

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