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Off-lead OKEasy

Top Dog

CODG · Nelson-Tasman

↑ 19 m gain↓ 22 m descenthigh 261 msteepest 20 %
DISTANCE0.6 km
ASCENT19 m
DURATION9m
STEEPEST20 %
Nearest emergency vetNelson Vets - Victory (after-hours on-call), Nelson~5 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
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The route

Good to know

Dogs can run off-lead here, one of only 323 tracks in Aotearoa where that’s allowed.

Open track, carry water for the dogUsually a quiet track

About Top Dog

Top Dog covers 0.6 km, near CODG in Nelson-Tasman, walked as a track.

Expect easy going, with around 19 m of climb, pitching up to 20 % at its steepest, and takes about 9m to walk.

Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Top Dog?

Yes. Top Dog is one of only 323 tracks in New Zealand where dogs can legally run off the lead. Check for seasonal wildlife closures before you unclip.

How long is Top Dog?

Top Dog is 0.6 km with roughly 19 m of climb and takes about 9m.

Hikes nearby

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

EasyCODG
0.7 km↑2 m8m
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyCODG
1.4 km↑103 m27m
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyCODG
0.4 km↑7 m5m
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.

More in Nelson-Tasman

EasyCODG
1.0 km↑7 m12m
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
ModerateRichmond
3.9 km↑184 m1–1.5 hr★4.5 rating
Swim spotShade
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.

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