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On-leadModerate

Parata Track

Wellington

0.511.5 km431 m
↑ 278 m gain↓ 0 m descenthigh 431 msteepest 34 %
DISTANCE1.5 km
ASCENT278 m
DURATION45m
STEEPEST34 %
Nearest emergency vetWellington After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Wellington~55 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
04 473 7545
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.

Open track, carry water for the dogUsually a quiet track

About Parata Track

Parata Track covers 1.5 km, in Wellington, walked as a track.

Graded moderate, it climbs about 278 m overall, pitching up to 34 % at its steepest, and takes about 45m to walk.

Dogs are welcome here on the lead.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Parata Track?

Dogs are welcome on Parata Track on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Parata Track?

Parata Track is 1.5 km with roughly 278 m of climb and takes about 45m.

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