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On-leadModerate

Remutaka Cycle Trail: Station Drive Track

Upper Hutt · Wellington · Out & Back

123456.3 km282 m
↑ 84 m gain↓ 83 m descenthigh 282 msteepest 10 %
DISTANCE6.3 km
ASCENT84 m
DURATION1.5–2 hr
STEEPEST10 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.6 · 19
DOG EFFORT2.2 /5 paws
PARKING40 m away
Nearest emergency vetWellington After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Wellington~35 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.

Forest shade2 stiles on route

About Remutaka Cycle Trail: Station Drive Track

This long track follows 6.3 km as an out-and-back, near Upper Hutt in Wellington.

Graded moderate, it climbs about 84 m overall, pitching up to 10 % at its steepest, and takes about 1.5–2 hr to walk.

The track takes in native forest and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.6 / 5 across 19 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 Remutaka Cycle Trail: Station Drive Track?

Dogs are welcome on Remutaka Cycle Trail: Station Drive Track on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Remutaka Cycle Trail: Station Drive Track?

Remutaka Cycle Trail: Station Drive Track is 6.3 km with roughly 84 m of climb and takes about 1.5–2 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Remutaka Cycle Trail: Station Drive Track?

Yes. The closest is Bucks Road Campsite, about 18 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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