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Dogs allowedModerate

Old Tram Track

Masterton · Wellington · Out & Back

24681014.2 km543 m
↑ 470 m gain↓ 470 m descenthigh 543 msteepest 24 %
DISTANCE14.5 km
ASCENT470 m
DURATION4.5–5 hr
STEEPEST24 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · WALKERS 4.9 · 14
DOG EFFORT3.9 /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.

Nearest emergency vetMassey University Pet Emergency Centre (Te Pokapū Ohotata), Palmerston North~55 min drive · 24/7
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The route

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.

River 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 Old Tram Track

Old Tram Track covers 14.5 km, near Masterton in Wellington, walked as an out-and-back.

Expect moderate going, with around 470 m of climb, pitching up to 24 % at its steepest, and takes about 4.5–5 hr to walk.

Along the way there are native forest, 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 4.9 / 5 across 14 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 Old Tram Track?

Probably, and here is exactly what we know. No authority publishes dog wording for Old Tram 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 Old Tram Track?

Old Tram Track is 14.5 km with roughly 470 m of climb and takes about 4.5–5 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Old Tram Track?

Yes, the track has 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 Old Tram Track?

Yes. The closest is Kiriwhakapapa Campsite, about 0 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

Walks nearby

The closest dog-friendly tracks to this trailhead, by straight-line distance.

EasyŌtaki
2.1 km↑51 m0.5–1 hr★4.3 rating
ShadeGood with kids
Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Easy.
HardTararua Forest Park
6.1 km↑656 m3.5–4 hr
Swim spotShade
Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Hard.
Hard
8.0 km↑410 m2h 16m
Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Hard.

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ModerateWellington
12 km↑325 m4.5–5 hr★4.6 rating
Swim spotSealed underfoot
Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Moderate.

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