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Tawa, Mamaku, and Grampians Walkway Loop

Nelson · Nelson-Tasman · Loop

12344.7 km348 m
↑ 312 m gain↓ 309 m descenthigh 348 msteepest 40 %
DISTANCE4.8 km
ASCENT312 m
DURATION2–2.5 hr
STEEPEST40 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · WALKERS 4.3 · 203
DOG EFFORT4.0 /5 paws
PARKING40 m away

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The route

Good to know

Nobody we read prohibits dogs here, but no rule-setter publishes wording for this track by name, so the district-wide rule is what applies. Keep the lead handy, read the signs at the gate, and give ground-nesting birds and stock their room.

Forest shadeA popular track, busy on weekendsCattle grid on routeStile on route

About Tawa, Mamaku, and Grampians Walkway Loop

This moderate-length track follows 4.8 km as a loop, near Nelson in Nelson-Tasman.

It sits at the moderate end and gains roughly 312 m, pitching up to 40 % at its steepest, and takes about 2–2.5 hr to walk.

The track takes in native forest, big views, and wildlife. Nobody we read prohibits dogs here, but no rule-setter publishes wording for this track by name, so the district-wide rule is what applies. Keep the lead handy and read the signs at the gate. Walkers rate it 4.3 / 5 across 203 reviews.

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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Tawa, Mamaku, and Grampians Walkway Loop?

Probably, and here is exactly what we know. No authority publishes dog wording for Tawa, Mamaku, and Grampians Walkway Loop by name, so this one rests on the licensed walk data and the district-wide rule rather than a rule-setter's own words. Nobody we read prohibits dogs here, but that is not the same as a rule saying yes, so keep the lead handy and let the signs at the gate decide.

How long is Tawa, Mamaku, and Grampians Walkway Loop?

Tawa, Mamaku, and Grampians Walkway Loop is 4.8 km with roughly 312 m of climb and takes about 2–2.5 hr.

From the pack

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

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