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Dogs allowedEasy

Skyline Walk

Hampden · Nelson-Tasman · Out & Back

0.50.7 km351 m
↑ 139 m gain↓ 0 m descenthigh 351 msteepest 68 %
DISTANCE0.7 km
ASCENT139 m
DURATION22m
STEEPEST68 %
ROUTEOut & Back

Route and dog-access details for this walk come from the Department of Conservation, licensed CC BY 4.0. DOC’s own wording: “Dogs allowed. Keep dog under control at all times”. Evidence: the rule-setter’s own published wording. How we check dog rules.

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The route

Good to know

Dogs are allowed here. Watch for ground-nesting birds and stock, and read the signs at the gate.

Usually a quiet track

About Skyline Walk

Skyline Walk is an out-and-back of 0.7 km, near Hampden in Nelson-Tasman.

A track that zigzags uphill through a remnant of mixed beech/podocarp forest before emerging onto an open bracken and broom slope, reaching a viewpoint over Murchison township and the Matakitaki, Buller and Matiri rivers.

Expect easy going, with around 139 m of climb, pitching up to 68 % at its steepest, and takes about 22m to walk.

Dogs are welcome here.

Stay nearby

Dog-friendly places to sleep within 25 km of the trailhead, each one with the distance shown. Sort out the stay, then walk.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Skyline Walk?

Yes, dogs are welcome on Skyline Walk. DOC's own wording for this track: "Dogs allowed. Keep dog under control at all times".

How long is Skyline Walk?

Skyline Walk is 0.7 km with roughly 139 m of climb and takes about 22m.

From the pack

Walked and logged 3 times by the pack, 1 proven with a photo. first proven by Melissa & Indiana.

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