-45.84864, 170.24185
On-leadModerate

Outram Glen to Lee Stream Walk

Outram · Otago · Out & Back

2468.7 km76 m
↑ 146 m gain↓ 147 m descenthigh 76 msteepest 18 %
DISTANCE8.9 km
ASCENT146 m
DURATION2.5–3 hr
STEEPEST18 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.3 · 89
DOG EFFORT2.9 /5 paws
Nearest emergency vetDunedin Emergency & After-Hours Vet Clinic (DEVC), Dunedin~20 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
03 477 7233
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.

River swim spotsForest shade
Check the water before the dog swims. Toxic algae blooms in NZ rivers and lakes can kill a dog within hours. Scan the LAWA water quality map in warm months and keep dogs away from dark slime on rocks.

About Outram Glen to Lee Stream Walk

Near Outram in Otago, Outram Glen to Lee Stream Walk runs 8.9 km as an out-and-back.

Expect moderate going, with around 146 m of climb, pitching up to 18 % at its steepest, and takes about 2.5–3 hr to walk.

The track takes in native forest and river frontage. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.3 / 5 across 89 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Outram Glen to Lee Stream Walk?

Dogs are welcome on Outram Glen to Lee Stream Walk on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Outram Glen to Lee Stream Walk?

Outram Glen to Lee Stream Walk is 8.9 km with roughly 146 m of climb and takes about 2.5–3 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Outram Glen to Lee Stream Walk?

Yes, the track has river access where a dog can cool off. In warm months check the LAWA water quality map for toxic algae warnings first.

Hikes nearby

The closest dog-friendly tracks to this trailhead, by straight-line distance.

Easy
1.5 km↑29 m21m
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.

More in Otago

EasyQueenstown
9.7 km↑10 m1.5–2 hr★4.5 rating
Swim spotGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
ModerateDunedin
4.2 km↑142 m1–1.5 hr★4.4 rating
Swim spotShadeGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.

See every dog-friendly track in Otago →

Log this hike+198 XP

Save and Been here stay on this device, no account needed, and show up on your hikes. Logging on the live map plants Banks’ paw on the trailhead and awards XP.