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On-leadEasy

Pollard Park Loop

Blenheim · Marlborough · Loop

↑ 0 m gain↓ 0 m descenthigh 7 msteepest 0 %
DISTANCE1.1 km
ASCENT12 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.8 · 26
DOG EFFORT1.1 /5 paws
PARKING30 m away
Nearest emergency vetNelson Vets - Victory (after-hours on-call), Nelson~70 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
03 546 9646
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.

Marlborough District Council maps a no-dogs zone at Pollard Park. Dogs are not allowed inside it, so check the local signs to see if your route runs through it. How we check dog rules.
River swim spotsOpen track, carry water for the dogPaw-friendly sealed surfaceGood with kids
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 Pollard Park Loop

Pollard Park Loop is a loop of 1.1 km, near Blenheim in Marlborough.

Graded easy, it climbs about 12 m overall, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Along the way there is river frontage. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.8 / 5 across 26 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 Pollard Park Loop?

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

How long is Pollard Park Loop?

Pollard Park Loop is 1.1 km with roughly 12 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Pollard Park Loop?

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.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Pollard Park Loop?

Yes. The closest is Rarangi 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.

EasyBlenheim
0.5 km↑0 m0.5–1 hr★2.0 rating
Good with kids
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyBlenheim
2.6 km↑9 m0.5–1 hr★4.2 rating
Swim spotGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyBlenheim
3.2 km↑0 m0.5–1 hr★4.5 rating
Swim spotGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
ModerateBlenheim
20 km↑54 m5–5.5 hr★4.3 rating
Swim spot
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.

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HardMount Richmond Forest Park
45 km↑1334 m14.5–15.5 hr★4.4 rating
Swim spotShade
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Hard.
EasyPicton
2.9 km↑13 m0.5–1 hr★4.3 rating
Swim spotShadeGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.

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On a curated trip

This track is one leg of a longer dog-friendly route.

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