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On-leadModerate

Napier Beach Track

Napier · Hawke's Bay · Out & Back

↑ 0 m gain↓ 0 m descenthigh 7 msteepest 1 %
DISTANCE17.1 km
ASCENT351 m
DURATION4.5–5 hr
STEEPEST1 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.3 · 72
DOG EFFORT2.7 /5 paws
PARKING100 m away
Nearest emergency vetHBAH - Hawke's Bay Urgent Care & After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Hastings~20 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
06 651 7103
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.

Open track, carry water for the dogPaw-friendly sealed surface3 kissing gates on route

About Napier Beach Track

Napier Beach Track covers 17.1 km, near Napier in Hawke's Bay, walked as an out-and-back.

It sits at the moderate end and gains roughly 351 m, pitching up to 1 % at its steepest, and takes about 4.5–5 hr to walk.

Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.3 / 5 across 72 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 Napier Beach Track?

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

How long is Napier Beach Track?

Napier Beach Track is 17.1 km with roughly 351 m of climb and takes about 4.5–5 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Napier Beach Track?

Yes. The closest is Waikari River Mouth Campsite, about 38 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.

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Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
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0.6 km↑0 m0.5–1 hr★1.0 rating
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Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyNapier
3.9 km↑0 m0.5–1 hr★4.1 rating
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Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.

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