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On-leadModerate

Muritai Park Loop Walk

Lower Hutt · Wellington · Loop

0.511.522.5 km214 m
↑ 207 m gain↓ 204 m descenthigh 214 msteepest 25 %
DISTANCE2.6 km
ASCENT207 m
DURATION1–1.5 hr
STEEPEST25 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.8 · 30
DOG EFFORT3.6 /5 paws
PARKING220 m away
Nearest emergency vetWellington After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Wellington~10 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 Muritai Park Loop Walk

Muritai Park Loop Walk is a loop of 2.6 km, near Lower Hutt in Wellington.

It sits at the moderate end and gains roughly 207 m, pitching up to 25 % at its steepest, and takes about 1–1.5 hr to walk.

Along the way there are native forest and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.8 / 5 across 30 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 Muritai Park Loop Walk?

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

How long is Muritai Park Loop Walk?

Muritai Park Loop Walk is 2.6 km with roughly 207 m of climb and takes about 1–1.5 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Muritai Park Loop Walk?

Yes. The closest is Catchpool Valley Campsite, about 7 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

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