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Ngā Taonga Nature Walk

Wainuiomata · Wellington

0.511.2 km126 m
↑ 58 m gain↓ 11 m descenthigh 126 msteepest 46 %
DISTANCE1.2 km
ASCENT58 m
DURATION20m
STEEPEST46 %

Route and dog-access details for this walk come from the Department of Conservation, licensed CC BY 4.0. DOC’s own wording: “Dogs on a leash only”. Evidence: the rule-setter’s own published wording. How we check dog rules.

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The route

Good to know

Dogs are allowed here. Keep them on the lead, watch for ground-nesting birds and stock, and read the signs at the gate.

Usually a quiet track

About Ngā Taonga Nature Walk

This short walk follows 1.2 km, near Wainuiomata in Wellington.

An easy 45-minute forest walk in the Catchpool Valley of Remutaka Forest Park, where information signs describe the native plant life. The name means 'the treasures of the forest'.

It sits at the easy end and gains roughly 58 m, pitching up to 46 % at its steepest, and takes about 20m to walk.

Dogs are allowed here, on the lead.

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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Ngā Taonga Nature Walk?

Yes, dogs are welcome on Ngā Taonga Nature Walk. DOC's own wording for this track: "Dogs on a leash only".

How long is Ngā Taonga Nature Walk?

Ngā Taonga Nature Walk is 1.2 km with roughly 58 m of climb and takes about 20m.

Walks nearby

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