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On-leadEasy

Petone Recreational Ground Loop

Lower Hutt · Wellington · Loop

↑ 0 m gain↓ 0 m descenthigh 4 msteepest 1 %
DISTANCE1.0 km
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST1 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 5.0 · 1
DOG EFFORT1.1 /5 paws
PARKING60 m away
Nearest emergency vetWellington After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Wellington~10 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 dogPaw-friendly sealed surfaceGood with kidsUsually a quiet track

About Petone Recreational Ground Loop

This short track follows 1.0 km as a loop, near Lower Hutt in Wellington.

Graded easy, it stays flat overall, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Walkers come for big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 5.0 / 5 across 1 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 Petone Recreational Ground Loop?

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

How long is Petone Recreational Ground Loop?

Petone Recreational Ground Loop is 1.0 km with barely any climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Petone Recreational Ground Loop?

Yes. The closest is Catchpool Valley Campsite, about 15 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.

EasyLower Hutt
7.2 km↑10 m1.5–2 hr★4.4 rating
Swim spotSealed underfootGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.

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