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On-leadHard

Thorndon to Wadestown over Te Ahumairangi Hill

Wellington · Out & Back

123456.9 km254 m
↑ 398 m gain↓ 398 m descenthigh 254 msteepest 31 %
DISTANCE7.1 km
ASCENT398 m
DURATION2.5–3 hr
STEEPEST31 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.8 · 9
DOG EFFORT3.9 /5 paws
PARKING70 m away
DirectionsApple MapsForecast at the trailheadDownload GPXSend the start point to your phone
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.

WaterfallForest shade

About Thorndon to Wadestown over Te Ahumairangi Hill

Thorndon to Wadestown over Te Ahumairangi Hill covers 7.1 km, in Wellington, walked as an out-and-back.

Graded hard, it climbs about 398 m overall, pitching up to 31 % at its steepest, and takes about 2.5–3 hr to walk.

Along the way there are native forest, big views, waterfalls, and wildflowers. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.8 / 5 across 9 reviews.

Stay nearby

Dog-friendly DOC campsites close to the trailhead, sort out the sleep, then walk.

Stay & walk

Catchpool Valley Campsite

14.8 km awayCampsite details →Stay & walk

Corner Creek Campsite

24.4 km awayCampsite details →
Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Thorndon to Wadestown over Te Ahumairangi Hill?

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

How long is Thorndon to Wadestown over Te Ahumairangi Hill?

Thorndon to Wadestown over Te Ahumairangi Hill is 7.1 km with roughly 398 m of climb and takes about 2.5–3 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Thorndon to Wadestown over Te Ahumairangi Hill?

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

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Thorndon to Wadestown over Te Ahumairangi Hill?

Yes. The closest is Catchpool Valley Campsite, about 15 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

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