Runs along Pukawa Walk to Omori Boatramp, which is the longer route the map draws through here. This is its own walk, with its own trailhead and its own page.
-38.91236, 175.75364
Dogs allowedEasy

Pukawa

Waikato

0.511.2 km396 m
↑ 7 m gain↓ 37 m descenthigh 396 msteepest 10 %
DISTANCE1.2 km
ASCENT7 m
DURATION15m
STEEPEST10 %

Route and dog-access details for this walk come from the Department of Conservation, licensed CC BY 4.0. Evidence: coded dog-access data in the licensed source. How we check dog rules.

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The route

Good to know

Dogs are allowed here. Keep them on the lead, watch for ground-nesting birds and stock, and read the signs at the gate.

Usually a quiet track

About Pukawa

In Waikato, Pukawa runs 1.2 km.

Expect easy going, with around 7 m of climb, pitching up to 10 % at its steepest, and takes about 15m to walk.

Dogs are allowed here, on the lead.

Stay nearby

Dog-friendly places to sleep within 25 km of the trailhead, each one with the distance shown. Sort out the stay, then walk.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Pukawa?

Yes. Dogs are welcome on Pukawa, per the Department of Conservation listing for this track. Watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Pukawa?

Pukawa is 1.2 km with roughly 7 m of climb and takes about 15m.

From the pack

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