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Memorial Park Loop

Tauranga · Bay of Plenty · Loop

↑ 0 m gain↓ 0 m descenthigh 6 msteepest 4 %
DISTANCE1.1 km
ASCENT7 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST4 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 3.9 · 5
DOG EFFORT1.3 /5 paws
PARKING40 m away
Nearest emergency vetBay After Hours Veterinary Hospital (BAHVET), Tauranga~5 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
07 220 9775
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.

Beach swimOpen track, carry water for the dogPaw-friendly sealed surfaceGood with kids

About Memorial Park Loop

Near Tauranga in Bay of Plenty, Memorial Park Loop runs 1.1 km as a loop.

It sits at the easy end and gains roughly 7 m, pitching up to 4 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Along the way there are beach walking, big views, and historic sites. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 3.9 / 5 across 5 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 Memorial Park Loop?

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

How long is Memorial Park Loop?

Memorial Park Loop is 1.1 km with roughly 7 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Memorial Park Loop?

Yes, the track has beach access where a dog can cool off. In warm months check the LAWA water quality map for toxic algae warnings first.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Memorial Park Loop?

Yes. The closest is Dickey Flat Campsite, about 47 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

Hikes nearby

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

EasyTauranga
0.6 km↑0 m0.5–1 hr★3.8 rating
Good with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyTauranga
2.6 km↑4 m0.5–1 hr★4.6 rating
Sealed underfootGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
ModerateTauranga
8.7 km↑34 m2–2.5 hr★4.4 rating
Swim spotSealed underfootGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.

More in Bay of Plenty

EasyTe Puke
3.1 km↑48 m0.5–1 hr★4.7 rating
ShadeGood with kids
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
ModerateWhakatane
4.5 km↑226 m1.5–2 hr★4.5 rating
Shade
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
ModerateMamaku
0.8 km↑8 m0.5–1 hr★3.3 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Moderate.

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