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Off-lead OKEasy

Rifle Range Road

Hira · Nelson-Tasman

↑ 0 m gain↓ 0 m descenthigh 85 m
DISTANCE0.1 km
DURATION1m
Nearest emergency vetNelson Vets - Victory (after-hours on-call), Nelson~5 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
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The route

Good to know

Dogs can run off-lead here, one of only 323 tracks in Aotearoa where that’s allowed.

Open track, carry water for the dogUsually a quiet track

About Rifle Range Road

This short track follows 0.1 km as a track, near Hira in Nelson-Tasman.

It sits at the easy end and barely climbs, and takes about 1m to walk.

Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Rifle Range Road?

Yes. Rifle Range Road is one of only 323 tracks in New Zealand where dogs can legally run off the lead. Check for seasonal wildlife closures before you unclip.

How long is Rifle Range Road?

Rifle Range Road is 0.1 km with barely any climb and takes about 1m.

Hikes nearby

The closest dog-friendly tracks to this trailhead, by straight-line distance.

EasyHIRA
4.1 km↑142 m1h 3m
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyHira
1.1 km↑40 m17m
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyHira
0.5 km↑102 m15m
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyCODG
0.7 km↑23 m10m
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.

More in Nelson-Tasman

EasyHIRA
1.5 km↑0 m18m
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
ModerateNelson
9.2 km↑298 m3–3.5 hr★4.3 rating
Swim spotShadeSealed underfoot
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
ModerateSaint Arnaud
1.6 km↑32 m0.5–1 hr★4.3 rating
Swim spotShadeGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.

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