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Dogs allowedEasy

TRT - Tongariro River Lookout Tk

Waikato

0.511.2 km412 m
↑ 34 m gain↓ 30 m descenthigh 412 msteepest 30 %
DISTANCE1.2 km
ASCENT34 m
DURATION17m
STEEPEST30 %
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Route and dog-access details for this walk come from the Department of Conservation, licensed CC BY 4.0. Evidence: coded dog-access data in the licensed source. How we check dog rules.

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The route

Good to know

Dogs are allowed here. Watch for ground-nesting birds and stock, and read the signs at the gate.

Usually a quiet track
Check before you go. The Tongariro River is home to the endangered whio (blue duck). DOC asks you to keep dogs under control at all times, and on a leash during whio nesting season, August to October. DOC, Tongariro River Trail

About TRT - Tongariro River Lookout Tk

TRT - Tongariro River Lookout Tk covers 1.2 km, in Waikato.

Expect easy going, with around 34 m of climb, pitching up to 30 % at its steepest, and takes about 17m to walk.

Dogs are welcome here.

Stay nearby

Dog-friendly places to sleep within 25 km of the trailhead, each one with the distance shown. Sort out the stay, then walk.

Stay & walk

Parklands Motor Lodge & Holiday Park

1.1 km away · Dogs by arrangement, ask firstCampground details →Stay & walk

Turangi Kiwi Holiday Park

1.5 km away · Dogs welcomeCampground details →
Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on TRT - Tongariro River Lookout Tk?

Yes. Dogs are welcome on TRT - Tongariro River Lookout Tk, per the Department of Conservation listing for this track. Watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is TRT - Tongariro River Lookout Tk?

TRT - Tongariro River Lookout Tk is 1.2 km with roughly 34 m of climb and takes about 17m.

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From the pack

Walked and logged 3 times by the pack, 1 proven with a photo. first proven by Emma & Baxter.

Emma and Baxter

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