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Ohope Harbourside Trail

Ohope · Bay of Plenty · Out & Back

↑ 9 m gain↓ 9 m descenthigh 8 msteepest 3 %
DISTANCE6.0 km
ASCENT9 m
DURATION1–1.5 hr
STEEPEST3 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.5 · 18
DOG EFFORT1.7 /5 paws
PARKING70 m away
DirectionsApple MapsForecast at the trailheadDownload GPXSend the start point to your phone
Nearest emergency vetBay After Hours Veterinary Hospital (BAHVET), Tauranga~105 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
07 220 9775
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.

Beach swimOpen track, carry water for the dogGood with kids

About Ohope Harbourside Trail

Ohope Harbourside Trail covers 6.0 km, near Ohope in Bay of Plenty, walked as an out-and-back.

Graded easy, it climbs about 9 m overall, pitching up to 3 % at its steepest, and takes about 1–1.5 hr to walk.

Walkers come for beach walking, big views, and wildlife. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.5 / 5 across 18 reviews.

Stay nearby

Dog-friendly DOC campsites close to the trailhead, sort out the sleep, then walk.

Stay & walk

Moawhitu Campsite

57.5 km awayCampsite details →
Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Ohope Harbourside Trail?

Dogs are welcome on Ohope Harbourside Trail on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Ohope Harbourside Trail?

Ohope Harbourside Trail is 6.0 km with roughly 9 m of climb and takes about 1–1.5 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Ohope Harbourside Trail?

Yes, the track has beach 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 Ohope Harbourside Trail?

Yes. The closest is Moawhitu Campsite, about 58 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

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