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Seaward Bush Walk

Invercargill · Southland · Loop

↑ 6 m gain↓ 6 m descenthigh 33 msteepest 2 %
DISTANCE2.6 km
ASCENT6 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST2 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.3 · 104
DOG EFFORT1.4 /5 paws
PARKING10 m away
Nearest emergency vetElles Road Veterinary Centre (Invercargill) - 24/7 after-hours, Invercargill~5 min drive · 24/7
03 214 4156
The route

Good to know

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

Forest shade

About Seaward Bush Walk

Seaward Bush Walk is a loop of 2.6 km, near Invercargill in Southland.

Graded easy, it climbs about 6 m overall, pitching up to 2 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Walkers come for native forest. Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one. Hikers rate it 4.3 / 5 across 104 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Seaward Bush Walk?

Yes. Seaward Bush Walk 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 Seaward Bush Walk?

Seaward Bush Walk is 2.6 km with roughly 6 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Hikes nearby

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

EasyInvercargill
0.8 km↑0 m0.5–1 hr★4.2 rating
ShadeGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
ModerateInvercargill
6.0 km↑3 m1–1.5 hr★2.9 rating
Swim spotShadeGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
EasyInvercargill
5.1 km↑0 m1–1.5 hr★4.5 rating
Sealed underfootGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
ModerateInvercargill
5.3 km↑6 m1–1.5 hr★3.8 rating
Swim spot
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.

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ModerateWinton
11 km↑344 m3.5–4 hr★4.3 rating
ShadeGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
EasyInvercargill
2.1 km↑0 m0.5–1 hr★3.9 rating
Swim spotShadeSealed underfoot
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.

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