Mountain House To Powell Hut

Wellington

↑ 6 m gain↓ 452 m descenthigh 1203 msteepest 56 %

DISTANCE1.7 km

ASCENT6 m

DURATION21m

STEEPEST56 %

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Nearest emergency vetMassey University Pet Emergency Centre (Te Pokapu Ohotata), Palmerston North~65 min drive · 24/7

0800 738 363

The route

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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 trackBest in summer; snow and ice at altitude in winter

About Mountain House To Powell Hut

Mountain House To Powell Hut is a track of 1.7 km, in Wellington.

Graded easy, it climbs about 6 m overall, pitching up to 56 % at its steepest, and takes about 21m to walk.

Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Mountain House To Powell Hut?

Yes. Mountain House To Powell Hut 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 Mountain House To Powell Hut?

Mountain House To Powell Hut is 1.7 km with roughly 6 m of climb and takes about 21m.

Hikes nearby

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Mountain House To Powell Hut

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