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Dogs allowedModerate

Otari Wilton Bush to Kaukau via Skyline Walkway

Wellington · Point to Point

24681013.4 km427 m
↑ 658 m gain↓ 652 m descenthigh 427 msteepest 36 %
DISTANCE13.7 km
ASCENT658 m
DURATION5–5.5 hr
STEEPEST36 %
ROUTEPoint to Point
RATING · WALKERS 4.9 · 29
DOG EFFORT4.6 /5 paws
PARKING20 m away

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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.

Forest shade4 stiles on route

About Otari Wilton Bush to Kaukau via Skyline Walkway

Otari Wilton Bush to Kaukau via Skyline Walkway covers 13.7 km, in Wellington, walked as a point-to-point.

Expect moderate going, with around 658 m of climb, pitching up to 36 % at its steepest, and takes about 5–5.5 hr to walk.

Along the way there are native forest, big views, and wildflowers. 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 29 reviews.

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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 Otari Wilton Bush to Kaukau via Skyline Walkway?

Probably, and here is exactly what we know. No authority publishes dog wording for Otari Wilton Bush to Kaukau via Skyline Walkway 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 Otari Wilton Bush to Kaukau via Skyline Walkway?

Otari Wilton Bush to Kaukau via Skyline Walkway is 13.7 km with roughly 658 m of climb and takes about 5–5.5 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Otari Wilton Bush to Kaukau via Skyline Walkway?

Yes. The closest is Catchpool Valley Campsite, about 16 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

From the pack

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

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