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Dogs allowedModerate

Riversdale Beach Southern Reserve Loop

Masterton · Wellington · Loop

0.511.522.53.4 km33 m
↑ 31 m gain↓ 31 m descenthigh 33 msteepest 13 %
DISTANCE3.4 km
ASCENT31 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST13 %
ROUTELoop
DOG EFFORT2.0 /5 paws
PARKING20 m away

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The route

Good to know

Nobody we read prohibits dogs here, but no rule-setter publishes wording for this track by name, so the district-wide rule is what applies. Keep the lead handy, read the signs at the gate, and give ground-nesting birds and stock their room.

Beach swimOpen track, carry water for the dog

About Riversdale Beach Southern Reserve Loop

Riversdale Beach Southern Reserve Loop is a loop of 3.4 km, near Masterton in Wellington.

It sits at the moderate end and gains roughly 31 m, pitching up to 13 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Walkers come for beach walking and big views. Nobody we read prohibits dogs here, but no rule-setter publishes wording for this track by name, so the district-wide rule is what applies. Keep the lead handy and read the signs at the gate.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Riversdale Beach Southern Reserve Loop?

Probably, and here is exactly what we know. No authority publishes dog wording for Riversdale Beach Southern Reserve Loop by name, so this one rests on the licensed walk data and the district-wide rule rather than a rule-setter's own words. Nobody we read prohibits dogs here, but that is not the same as a rule saying yes, so keep the lead handy and let the signs at the gate decide.

How long is Riversdale Beach Southern Reserve Loop?

Riversdale Beach Southern Reserve Loop is 3.4 km with roughly 31 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Riversdale Beach Southern Reserve Loop?

Yes, the track has beach access where a dog can cool off. In warm months check the LAWA water quality map for toxic algae warnings first.

From the pack

Walked and logged 1 time by the pack, 1 proven with a photo. first proven by Melissa & Indiana.

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