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On-leadModerate

Thames War Memorial Monument Walk

Thames · Waikato · Out & Back

[]0.5 km66 m
↑ 35 m gain↓ 35 m descenthigh 66 msteepest 15 %
DISTANCE0.5 km
ASCENT35 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST15 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.3 · 2
DOG EFFORT2.9 /5 paws
PARKING420 m away
Nearest emergency vetManukau After Hours Veterinary Clinic (Night Vet), Auckland~70 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
09 277 8383
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 dogUsually a quiet track

About Thames War Memorial Monument Walk

Thames War Memorial Monument Walk is an out-and-back of 0.5 km, near Thames in Waikato.

Graded moderate, it climbs about 35 m overall, pitching up to 15 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Along the way there is historic sites. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.3 / 5 across 2 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 Thames War Memorial Monument Walk?

Dogs are welcome on Thames War Memorial Monument Walk on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Thames War Memorial Monument Walk?

Thames War Memorial Monument Walk is 0.5 km with roughly 35 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Thames War Memorial Monument Walk?

Yes. The closest is Hotoritori Campsite, about 9 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

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