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Saxton Shared Path Cycleway

NSPE · Nelson-Tasman

↑ 0 m gain↓ 0 m descenthigh 6 msteepest 0 %
DISTANCE0.4 km
DURATION4m
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Nearest emergency vetNelson Vets - Saxton (after-hours on-call), Nelson~5 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
03 544 5678
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 Saxton Shared Path Cycleway

This short track follows 0.4 km as a track, near NSPE in Nelson-Tasman.

Walk Nelson - Walk 40

It sits at the easy end and barely climbs, and takes about 4m to walk.

Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Saxton Shared Path Cycleway?

Yes. Saxton Shared Path Cycleway 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 Saxton Shared Path Cycleway?

Saxton Shared Path Cycleway is 0.4 km with barely any climb and takes about 4m.

Where dogs are welcome in NZGear checklist for dog hikes

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