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Oriental Parade Path

Wellington · Out & Back

↑ 8 m gain↓ 7 m descenthigh 7 msteepest 5 %
DISTANCE3.9 km
ASCENT8 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST5 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.6 · 307
DOG EFFORT1.6 /5 paws
PARKING50 m away
DirectionsApple MapsForecast at the trailheadDownload GPXSend the start point to your phone
Nearest emergency vetWellington After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Wellington~5 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
04 473 7545
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 dogPaw-friendly sealed surfaceGood with kidsA popular track, busy on weekends

About Oriental Parade Path

This moderate-length track follows 3.9 km as an out-and-back, in Wellington.

Expect easy going, with around 8 m of climb, pitching up to 5 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Walkers come for beach walking, big views, town-edge walking, and historic sites. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.6 / 5 across 307 reviews.

Stay nearby

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

Stay & walk

Catchpool Valley Campsite

13.5 km awayCampsite details →Stay & walk

Corner Creek Campsite

23.2 km awayCampsite details →
Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Oriental Parade Path?

Dogs are welcome on Oriental Parade Path on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Oriental Parade Path?

Oriental Parade Path is 3.9 km with roughly 8 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Oriental Parade Path?

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 Oriental Parade Path?

Yes. The closest is Catchpool Valley Campsite, about 14 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

DOC dog-access rulesCamping with your dogGear checklist for dog hikes

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On a curated trip

This track is one leg of a longer dog-friendly route.

Wellington: South Coast, Makara & Harbour Bays
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