Tatarahake Cliff Walk

Tolaga Bay · Gisborne · Out & Back

↑ 60 m gain↓ 57 m descenthigh 65 msteepest 26 %

DISTANCE0.6 km

ASCENT60 m

DURATION0.5–1 hr

STEEPEST26 %

ROUTEOut & Back

RATING · HIKERS 3.7 · 8

DOG EFFORT3.7 /5 paws

Nearest emergency vetHBAH - Hawke's Bay Urgent Care & After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Hastings~220 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)

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.

Beach swimForest shadeGood with kids

Tatarahake Cliff Walk covers 0.6 km, near Tolaga Bay in Gisborne, walked as an out-and-back.

Expect easy going, with around 60 m of climb, pitching up to 26 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Walkers come for beach walking, native forest, and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 3.7 / 5 across 8 reviews.

Dog-friendly DOC campsites close to the trailhead, sort out the sleep, then walk.

Quick answers

Can my dog go off the lead on Tatarahake Cliff Walk?

Dogs are welcome on Tatarahake Cliff Walk on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Tatarahake Cliff Walk?

Tatarahake Cliff Walk is 0.6 km with roughly 60 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Tatarahake Cliff Walk?

Yes, the track has beach access where a dog can cool off. In warm months check the LAWA water quality map for toxic algae warnings first.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Tatarahake Cliff Walk?

Yes. The closest is Anaura Bay Campsite, about 14 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.