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The Quater Deck Lookout

Porirua · Wellington · Out & Back

↑ 4 m gain↓ 3 m descenthigh 78 msteepest 3 %
DISTANCE0.3 km
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST3 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 5.0 · 2
DOG EFFORT1.3 /5 paws
PARKING210 m away
Nearest emergency vetWellington After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Wellington~20 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.

Open track, carry water for the dogGood with kidsUsually a quiet track

About The Quater Deck Lookout

Near Porirua in Wellington, The Quater Deck Lookout runs 0.3 km as an out-and-back.

Expect easy, near-level going, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Along the way there is big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 5.0 / 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 The Quater Deck Lookout?

Dogs are welcome on The Quater Deck Lookout on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is The Quater Deck Lookout?

The Quater Deck Lookout is 0.3 km with barely any climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near The Quater Deck Lookout?

Yes. The closest is Catchpool Valley Campsite, about 27 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

Hikes nearby

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

EasyPorirua
0.8 km↑3 m0.5–1 hr★4.5 rating
Swim spotSealed underfootGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyPorirua
5.3 km↑88 m1–1.5 hr★4.8 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyPorirua
4.3 km↑42 m0.5–1 hr★4.8 rating
Swim spotGood with kids
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
ModeratePorirua
24 km↑152 m5–5.5 hr★4.4 rating
Swim spotShadeSealed underfoot
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.

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ModerateWellington
2.4 km↑88 m0.5–1 hr★4.3 rating
Swim spotShade
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
ModerateWellington
12 km↑325 m4.5–5 hr★4.6 rating
Swim spotSealed underfoot
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.

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