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On-leadModerate

Te Ahumairangi Hill Lookout Loop

Wellington · Loop

0.511.522.533.7 km273 m
↑ 171 m gain↓ 171 m descenthigh 273 msteepest 31 %
DISTANCE3.9 km
ASCENT171 m
DURATION1–1.5 hr
STEEPEST31 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.2 · 18
DOG EFFORT3.4 /5 paws
PARKING40 m away
Nearest emergency vetWellington After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Wellington~5 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
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.

Forest shadeGood with kids

About Te Ahumairangi Hill Lookout Loop

This moderate-length track follows 3.9 km as a loop, in Wellington.

Graded moderate, it climbs about 171 m overall, pitching up to 31 % at its steepest, and takes about 1–1.5 hr to walk.

Along the way there are native forest and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.2 / 5 across 18 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 Te Ahumairangi Hill Lookout Loop?

Dogs are welcome on Te Ahumairangi Hill Lookout Loop on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Te Ahumairangi Hill Lookout Loop?

Te Ahumairangi Hill Lookout Loop is 3.9 km with roughly 171 m of climb and takes about 1–1.5 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Te Ahumairangi Hill Lookout Loop?

Yes. The closest is Catchpool Valley Campsite, about 16 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

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