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Park Island Loop

Napier · Hawke's Bay · Loop

↑ 12 m gain↓ 13 m descenthigh 12 msteepest 6 %
DISTANCE2.3 km
ASCENT12 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST6 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.4 · 48
DOG EFFORT1.6 /5 paws
PARKING50 m away
Nearest emergency vetHBAH - Hawke's Bay Urgent Care & After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Hastings~20 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
06 651 7103
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.

Forest shadePaw-friendly sealed surface

About Park Island Loop

Park Island Loop covers 2.3 km, near Napier in Hawke's Bay, walked as a loop.

Expect easy going, with around 12 m of climb, pitching up to 6 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Along the way there are native forest and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.4 / 5 across 48 reviews.

Stay nearby

Dog-friendly DOC campsites close to the trailhead, sort out the sleep, then walk.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Park Island Loop?

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

How long is Park Island Loop?

Park Island Loop is 2.3 km with roughly 12 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Park Island Loop?

Yes. The closest is Waikari River Mouth Campsite, about 42 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

Hikes nearby

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

EasyNapier
2.3 km↑0 m0.5–1 hr★4.4 rating
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Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyNapier
3.7 km↑111 m1–1.5 hr★4.6 rating
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Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyNapier
0.8 km↑0 m0.5–1 hr★2.0 rating
Swim spotSealed underfootGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.

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EasyHavelock North
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ShadeGood with kids
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyHavelock North
0.8 km↑26 m0.5–1 hr★3.9 rating
ShadeGood with kids
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.

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