Tuhawaiki Trot Track
Timaru · Canterbury · Out & Back
This walk comes from licensed public walk data and is being progressively confirmed against the authorities. Signs on the day always win. The rule-setter’s own wording: “On leash. Timaru District Consolidated Bylaw, Chapter 6, Second Schedule: all parks, reserves and walkways within the district except those within prohibited areas or dog exercise areas. Penguins and fur seals use this coast, so keep the dog close and leashed the whole way”. Evidence: the rule-setter’s own published wording. How we check dog rules.
Good to know
Dogs are allowed here. Watch for ground-nesting birds and stock, and read the signs at the gate.
About Tuhawaiki Trot Track
Near Timaru in Canterbury, Tuhawaiki Trot Track runs 5.0 km as an out-and-back.
Expect easy going, with around 6 m of climb, pitching up to 2 % at its steepest, and takes about 1–1.5 hr to walk.
Along the way there are beach walking, big views, and wildlife. Dogs are welcome here. Walkers rate it 4.5 / 5 across 50 reviews.
