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On-leadModerate

Transient and Aro St - Aston Fitchett Tracks Loop

Wellington · Loop

0.511.522.533.6 km212 m
↑ 153 m gain↓ 149 m descenthigh 212 msteepest 25 %
DISTANCE3.7 km
ASCENT153 m
DURATION1–1.5 hr
STEEPEST25 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.6 · 80
DOG EFFORT3.1 /5 paws
PARKING310 m away
Nearest emergency vetWellington After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Wellington~10 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.

Forest shade

About Transient and Aro St - Aston Fitchett Tracks Loop

This moderate-length track follows 3.7 km as a loop, in Wellington.

Graded moderate, it climbs about 153 m overall, pitching up to 25 % at its steepest, and takes about 1–1.5 hr to walk.

The track takes in native forest and wildlife. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.6 / 5 across 80 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 Transient and Aro St - Aston Fitchett Tracks Loop?

Dogs are welcome on Transient and Aro St - Aston Fitchett Tracks Loop on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Transient and Aro St - Aston Fitchett Tracks Loop?

Transient and Aro St - Aston Fitchett Tracks Loop is 3.7 km with roughly 153 m of climb and takes about 1–1.5 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Transient and Aro St - Aston Fitchett Tracks Loop?

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.

Hikes nearby

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

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3.7 km↑134 m1–1.5 hr★4.5 rating
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Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
EasyWellington
5.5 km↑15 m1–1.5 hr★4.9 rating
Swim spotSealed underfoot
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.

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EasyUpper Hutt
1.8 km↑42 m0.5–1 hr★4.5 rating
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Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
HardWaikanae
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Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Hard.

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