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Dogs allowedModerate

Otago Central Rail Trail: Lauder Section

Alexandra · Otago · Point to Point

↑ 0 m gain↓ 6 m descenthigh 338 msteepest 5 %
DISTANCE5.0 km
DURATION1h
STEEPEST5 %
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: Lauder Section

Near Alexandra in Otago, Otago Central Rail Trail: Lauder Section runs 5.0 km as a point-to-point.

A section of the Otago Central Rail Trail near Lauder in the Manuherikia Valley, on the former railway formation. Easy grade-2 walking on a wide gravel surface through Central Otago's pastoral landscapes.

Expect moderate, near-level going, and takes about 1h 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: Lauder Section?

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

How long is Otago Central Rail Trail: Lauder Section?

Otago Central Rail Trail: Lauder Section is 5.0 km with barely any climb and takes about 1h.

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