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Otago Central Rail Trail: Chatto Creek Section

Alexandra · Otago · Point to Point

12344.9 km212 m
↑ 0 m gain↓ 34 m descenthigh 212 msteepest 2 %
DISTANCE4.9 km
DURATION58m
STEEPEST2 %
ROUTEPoint to Point

Route and dog-access details for this walk come from the Department of Conservation, licensed CC BY 4.0. DOC’s own wording: “Dogs allowed. Keep dog under control at all times”. 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. Watch for ground-nesting birds and stock, and read the signs at the gate.

Usually a quiet track

About Otago Central Rail Trail: Chatto Creek Section

Near Alexandra in Otago, Otago Central Rail Trail: Chatto Creek Section runs 4.9 km as a point-to-point.

A section of the Otago Central Rail Trail near Chatto Creek in the Manuherikia Valley, toward the Alexandra end of the trail. Easy, level gravel walking on the former railway formation.

It sits at the easy end and barely climbs, and takes about 58m to walk.

Dogs are welcome here.

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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Otago Central Rail Trail: Chatto Creek Section?

Yes, dogs are welcome on Otago Central Rail Trail: Chatto Creek Section. DOC's own wording for this track: "Dogs allowed. Keep dog under control at all times".

How long is Otago Central Rail Trail: Chatto Creek Section?

Otago Central Rail Trail: Chatto Creek Section is 4.9 km with barely any climb and takes about 58m.

From the pack

Walked and logged 1 time by the pack, 1 proven with a photo. first proven by Daniel & Zola.

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