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Dogs allowedHard

Tararu Track

Waikato

12345.1 km648 m
↑ 418 m gain↓ 15 m descenthigh 648 msteepest 33 %
DISTANCE5.1 km
ASCENT418 m
DURATION1h 43m
STEEPEST33 %

Route and dog-access details for this walk come from the Department of Conservation, licensed CC BY 4.0. Evidence: coded dog-access data in the licensed source. How we check dog rules.

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The route

Good to know

Dogs are allowed here. Keep them on the lead, watch for ground-nesting birds and stock, and read the signs at the gate.

Usually a quiet track

About Tararu Track

Tararu Track is a long walk of 5.1 km, in Waikato.

It sits at the hard end and gains roughly 418 m, pitching up to 33 % at its steepest, and takes about 1h 43m to walk.

Dogs are allowed here, on the lead.

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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Tararu Track?

Yes. Dogs are welcome on Tararu Track, per the Department of Conservation listing for this track. Watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Tararu Track?

Tararu Track is 5.1 km with roughly 418 m of climb and takes about 1h 43m.

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