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On-leadModerate

Maymorn Pondy Loop Track

Upper Hutt · Wellington · Loop

0.511.522.7 km203 m
↑ 112 m gain↓ 112 m descenthigh 203 msteepest 25 %
DISTANCE2.7 km
ASCENT112 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST25 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.4 · 17
DOG EFFORT3.0 /5 paws
PARKING280 m away
Nearest emergency vetWellington After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Wellington~35 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
04 473 7545
The route

Good to know

On the lead here. Keep it to two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds, as on most NZ tracks.

Forest shade

About Maymorn Pondy Loop Track

This moderate-length track follows 2.7 km as a loop, near Upper Hutt in Wellington.

It sits at the moderate end and gains roughly 112 m, pitching up to 25 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

The track takes in native forest and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.4 / 5 across 17 reviews.

Stay nearby

Dog-friendly DOC campsites close to the trailhead, sort out the sleep, then walk.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Maymorn Pondy Loop Track?

Dogs are welcome on Maymorn Pondy Loop Track on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Maymorn Pondy Loop Track?

Maymorn Pondy Loop Track is 2.7 km with roughly 112 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Maymorn Pondy Loop Track?

Yes. The closest is Bucks Road Campsite, about 19 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

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