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Dogs allowedModerate

Water Race Link Track

Waikato

↑ 219 m gain↓ 17 m descenthigh 248 msteepest 48 %

DISTANCE1.6 km

ASCENT219 m

DURATION40m

STEEPEST48 %

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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.

Nearest emergency vetManukau After Hours Veterinary Clinic (Night Vet), Auckland~90 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)

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The route

Good to know

Dogs are allowed here. Keep them on the lead, watch for ground-nesting birds and stock, and read the signs at the gate.

Usually a quiet track

About Water Race Link Track

In Waikato, Water Race Link Track runs 1.6 km.

Graded moderate, it climbs about 219 m overall, pitching up to 48 % at its steepest, and takes about 40m to walk.

Dogs are allowed here, on the lead.

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

Te Puru Holiday Park

20.7 km away · Dogs by arrangement, ask firstCampground details →

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Water Race Link Track?

Yes. Dogs are welcome on Water Race Link Track, per the Department of Conservation listing for this track. Watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Water Race Link Track?

Water Race Link Track is 1.6 km with roughly 219 m of climb and takes about 40m.

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