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Dogs allowedEasy

Oturehua

Otago

↑ 0 m gain↓ 72 m descenthigh 566 msteepest 3 %

DISTANCE5.0 km

DURATION59m

STEEPEST3 %

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Route and dog-access details for this walk come from the Department of Conservation, licensed CC BY 4.0. Evidence: coded dog-access data in the licensed source. 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 Oturehua

Oturehua is a moderate-length walk of 5.0 km, in Otago.

It sits at the easy end and barely climbs, and takes about 59m to walk.

Dogs are welcome here.

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.

Stay & walk

Naseby Holiday Park

14.6 km away · Dogs by arrangement, ask firstCampground details →Stay & walk

Ranfurly Holiday Park Motels & Cabins

19.1 km away · Dogs welcomeCampground details →

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Oturehua?

Yes. Dogs are welcome on Oturehua, per the Department of Conservation listing for this track. Watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Oturehua?

Oturehua is 5.0 km with barely any climb and takes about 59m.

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