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On-leadModerate

Redwood Quarry Loop Track

Rotorua · Bay of Plenty · Loop

1234.6 km420 m
↑ 150 m gain↓ 146 m descenthigh 420 msteepest 22 %
DISTANCE4.7 km
ASCENT150 m
DURATION1.5–2 hr
STEEPEST22 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.7 · 1,951
DOG EFFORT2.9 /5 paws
PARKING30 m away
Nearest emergency vetBay After Hours Veterinary Hospital (BAHVET), Tauranga~55 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
07 220 9775
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 kidsA popular track, busy on weekends

About Redwood Quarry Loop Track

Redwood Quarry Loop Track covers 4.7 km, near Rotorua in Bay of Plenty, walked as a loop.

Graded moderate, it climbs about 150 m overall, pitching up to 22 % at its steepest, and takes about 1.5–2 hr to walk.

Walkers come for native forest, big views, and wildlife. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.7 / 5 across 1,951 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 Redwood Quarry Loop Track?

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

How long is Redwood Quarry Loop Track?

Redwood Quarry Loop Track is 4.7 km with roughly 150 m of climb and takes about 1.5–2 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Redwood Quarry Loop Track?

Yes. The closest is Moawhitu Campsite, about 20 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.

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ModerateRotorua
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ModerateRotorua
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EasyRotorua
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Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.

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EasyKatikati
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On a curated trip

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

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