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Tauhara Park Loop

Hamilton · Waikato · Loop

↑ 7 m gain↓ 7 m descenthigh 40 msteepest 4 %
DISTANCE1.3 km
ASCENT7 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST4 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.4 · 4
DOG EFFORT1.4 /5 paws
PARKING30 m away
Nearest emergency vetWaikato After Hours Veterinary Hospital (WAVH), Hamilton~10 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
07 839 5656
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.

Open track, carry water for the dogPaw-friendly sealed surfaceGood with kidsUsually a quiet track

About Tauhara Park Loop

Tauhara Park Loop is a loop of 1.3 km, near Hamilton in Waikato.

Expect easy going, with around 7 m of climb, pitching up to 4 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Walkers come for big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.4 / 5 across 4 reviews.

Stay nearby

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

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Tauhara Park Loop?

Dogs are welcome on Tauhara Park Loop on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Tauhara Park Loop?

Tauhara Park Loop is 1.3 km with roughly 7 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Tauhara Park Loop?

Yes. The closest is Dickey Flat Campsite, about 54 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

Hikes nearby

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

EasyHamilton
3.4 km↑20 m0.5–1 hr★4.1 rating
Swim spotShadeSealed underfootGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyHamilton
1.0 km↑0 m0.5–1 hr★4.8 rating
Sealed underfootGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyHamilton
0.8 km↑0 m0.5–1 hr★3.8 rating
Good with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.

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HardPaeroa
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Swim spotShadeSealed underfoot
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Hard.

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