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On-leadModerate

Mount Victoria Loop

Wellington · Loop

12344.8 km187 m
↑ 210 m gain↓ 208 m descenthigh 187 msteepest 25 %
DISTANCE5.0 km
ASCENT210 m
DURATION1.5–2 hr
STEEPEST25 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.6 · 794
DOG EFFORT3.2 /5 paws
PARKING20 m away
Nearest emergency vetWellington After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Wellington~5 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.

Beach swimForest shadeGood with kidsA popular track, busy on weekends

About Mount Victoria Loop

Mount Victoria Loop is a loop of 5.0 km, in Wellington.

Graded moderate, it climbs about 210 m overall, pitching up to 25 % at its steepest, and takes about 1.5–2 hr to walk.

Walkers come for beach walking, native forest, and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.6 / 5 across 794 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 Mount Victoria Loop?

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

How long is Mount Victoria Loop?

Mount Victoria Loop is 5.0 km with roughly 210 m of climb and takes about 1.5–2 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Mount Victoria 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 Mount Victoria Loop?

Yes. The closest is Catchpool Valley Campsite, about 13 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.

EasyWellington
3.9 km↑8 m0.5–1 hr★4.6 rating
Swim spotSealed underfootGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
ModerateWellington
11 km↑360 m3.5–4 hr★4.6 rating
Swim spotShadeSealed underfoot
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
ModerateWellington
10 km↑343 m3–3.5 hr★5.0 rating
Swim spotSealed underfoot
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.

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