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The Big Easy Signal Hill Track to Signal Hill Lookout

Dunedin · Otago · Out & Back

246810.8 km306 m
↑ 279 m gain↓ 278 m descenthigh 306 msteepest 14 %
DISTANCE10.9 km
ASCENT279 m
DURATION3–3.5 hr
STEEPEST14 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.6 · 237
DOG EFFORT3.1 /5 paws
PARKING50 m away
Nearest emergency vetDunedin Emergency & After-Hours Vet Clinic (DEVC), Dunedin~5 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
03 477 7233
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 kidsA popular track, busy on weekends

About The Big Easy Signal Hill Track to Signal Hill Lookout

The Big Easy Signal Hill Track to Signal Hill Lookout is an out-and-back of 10.9 km, near Dunedin in Otago.

Expect moderate going, with around 279 m of climb, pitching up to 14 % at its steepest, and takes about 3–3.5 hr to walk.

The track takes in native forest and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.6 / 5 across 237 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 The Big Easy Signal Hill Track to Signal Hill Lookout?

Dogs are welcome on The Big Easy Signal Hill Track to Signal Hill Lookout on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is The Big Easy Signal Hill Track to Signal Hill Lookout?

The Big Easy Signal Hill Track to Signal Hill Lookout is 10.9 km with roughly 279 m of climb and takes about 3–3.5 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near The Big Easy Signal Hill Track to Signal Hill Lookout?

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

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

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EasyDunedin
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Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.

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