On-leadHard
Tararua Southern Crossing
Otaki · Wellington · Point to Point
↑ 1922 m gain↓ 1774 m descenthigh 1494 msteepest 38 %
DISTANCE37.0 km
ASCENT1,922 m
STEEPEST38 %
ROUTEPoint to Point
RATING · HIKERS 4.6 · 14
DOG EFFORT5.0 /5 paws
PARKING50 m away
Nearest emergency vetWellington After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Wellington
04 473 7545
The route
Good to know
On the lead here. Keep it to two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds, as on most NZ tracks.
Check the water before the dog swims. Toxic algae blooms in NZ rivers and lakes can kill a dog within hours. Scan the LAWA water quality map in warm months and keep dogs away from dark slime on rocks.
A multi-day expedition, not an afternoon walk. Plan for huts, weather and full backcountry gear.
About Tararua Southern Crossing
Tararua Southern Crossing is a point-to-point of 37.0 km, near Otaki in Wellington.
It sits at the hard end and gains roughly 1,922 m, pitching up to 38 % at its steepest.
The track takes in native forest, river frontage, big views, and wildflowers. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.6 / 5 across 14 reviews.