Runs along Nth Mavora Lake Swingbridge To Kiwiburn, which is the longer route the map draws through here. This is its own walk, with its own trailhead and its own page.
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Dogs allowedEasy

North Mavora Lake to South Mavora Lake Track

Te Anau · Southland · Point to Point

12345.3 km650 m
↑ 39 m gain↓ 43 m descenthigh 650 msteepest 21 %
DISTANCE5.3 km
ASCENT39 m
DURATION1–1.5 hr
STEEPEST21 %
ROUTEPoint to Point
RATING · WALKERS 4.1 · 17
DOG EFFORT2.5 /5 paws

This walk comes from licensed public walk data and is being progressively confirmed against the authorities. Signs on the day always win. Evidence: inferred from the licensed data only. Walked it and read the sign? Send us the rule and this line retires. How we check dog rules.

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Good to know

Nobody we read prohibits dogs here, but no rule-setter publishes wording for this track by name, so the district-wide rule is what applies. Keep the lead handy, read the signs at the gate, and give ground-nesting birds and stock their room.

Lake swimRiver swim spotsForest shade
Check the water before the dog swims. Toxic algae blooms in NZ rivers and lakes can kill a dog within hours. Scan the LAWA water quality map in warm months and keep dogs away from dark slime on rocks.

About North Mavora Lake to South Mavora Lake Track

North Mavora Lake to South Mavora Lake Track is a point-to-point of 5.3 km, near Te Anau in Southland.

Expect easy going, with around 39 m of climb, pitching up to 21 % at its steepest, and takes about 1–1.5 hr to walk.

Along the way there are native forest, lakeside stretches, river frontage, and big views. Nobody we read prohibits dogs here, but no rule-setter publishes wording for this track by name, so the district-wide rule is what applies. Keep the lead handy and read the signs at the gate. Walkers rate it 4.1 / 5 across 17 reviews.

Stay nearby

Dog-friendly places to sleep within 25 km of the trailhead, each one with the distance shown. Sort out the stay, then walk.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on North Mavora Lake to South Mavora Lake Track?

Probably, and here is exactly what we know. No authority publishes dog wording for North Mavora Lake to South Mavora Lake Track by name, so this one rests on the licensed walk data and the district-wide rule rather than a rule-setter's own words. Nobody we read prohibits dogs here, but that is not the same as a rule saying yes, so keep the lead handy and let the signs at the gate decide.

How long is North Mavora Lake to South Mavora Lake Track?

North Mavora Lake to South Mavora Lake Track is 5.3 km with roughly 39 m of climb and takes about 1–1.5 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on North Mavora Lake to South Mavora Lake Track?

Yes, the track has lake and river 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 North Mavora Lake to South Mavora Lake Track?

Yes. The closest is Mavora Lakes Campsite, about 1 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

From the pack

Walked and logged 3 times by the pack, 3 proven with a photo. first proven by Daniel & Zola.

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