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On-leadModerate

Te Araroa Town Beach Walk

Te Araroa · Gisborne · Out & Back

↑ 0 m gain↓ 0 m descenthigh 5 msteepest 1 %
DISTANCE5.1 km
ASCENT79 m
DURATION1–1.5 hr
STEEPEST1 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 1.0 · 1
DOG EFFORT1.6 /5 paws
PARKING30 m away
Nearest emergency vetBay After Hours Veterinary Hospital (BAHVET), Tauranga~225 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
07 220 9775
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 swimRiver swim spotsOpen track, carry water for the dogUsually a quiet track
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.

About Te Araroa Town Beach Walk

Te Araroa Town Beach Walk covers 5.1 km, near Te Araroa in Gisborne, walked as an out-and-back.

Expect moderate going, with around 79 m of climb, pitching up to 1 % at its steepest, and takes about 1–1.5 hr to walk.

Walkers come for beach walking, river frontage, and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 1.0 / 5 across 1 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Te Araroa Town Beach Walk?

Dogs are welcome on Te Araroa Town Beach Walk on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Te Araroa Town Beach Walk?

Te Araroa Town Beach Walk is 5.1 km with roughly 79 m of climb and takes about 1–1.5 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Te Araroa Town Beach Walk?

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

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