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On-leadEasy

Prouse Bush Loop Walk

Levin · Manawatū-Whanganui · Loop

↑ 7 m gain↓ 7 m descenthigh 50 msteepest 6 %
DISTANCE0.8 km
ASCENT7 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST6 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.4 · 5
DOG EFFORT1.5 /5 paws
PARKING390 m away
Nearest emergency vetMassey University Pet Emergency Centre (Te Pokapu Ohotata), Palmerston North~45 min drive · 24/7
0800 738 363
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 shadeGood with kidsUsually a quiet track

About Prouse Bush Loop Walk

This short track follows 0.8 km as a loop, near Levin in Manawatū-Whanganui.

Expect easy going, with around 7 m of climb, pitching up to 6 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Along the way there is native forest. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.4 / 5 across 5 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 Prouse Bush Loop Walk?

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

How long is Prouse Bush Loop Walk?

Prouse Bush Loop Walk is 0.8 km with roughly 7 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Prouse Bush Loop Walk?

Yes. The closest is Boielles Campsite, about 27 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.

EasyLevin
0.8 km↑3 m0.5–1 hr★4.2 rating
Swim spotGood with kids
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
ModerateLevin
7.9 km↑324 m2.5–3 hr★4.5 rating
Shade
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.

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ModerateOhakune
14 km↑210 m3.5–4 hr★5.0 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
EasyOwhango
0.3 km↑0 m0.5–1 hr★3.7 rating
Swim spotGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.

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