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On-leadModerate

Westshore to Bayview via Rotary Pathway

Napier · Hawke's Bay · Out & Back

↑ 3 m gain↓ 3 m descenthigh 8 msteepest 1 %
DISTANCE11.1 km
ASCENT139 m
DURATION2.5–3 hr
STEEPEST1 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.4 · 34
DOG EFFORT2.2 /5 paws
PARKING10 m away
Nearest emergency vetHBAH - Hawke's Bay Urgent Care & After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Hastings~20 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
06 651 7103
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.

Beach swimOpen track, carry water for the dogPaw-friendly sealed surface16 kissing gates on route

About Westshore to Bayview via Rotary Pathway

Near Napier in Hawke's Bay, Westshore to Bayview via Rotary Pathway runs 11.1 km as an out-and-back.

It sits at the moderate end and gains roughly 139 m, pitching up to 1 % at its steepest, and takes about 2.5–3 hr to walk.

Along the way there are beach walking and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.4 / 5 across 34 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 Westshore to Bayview via Rotary Pathway?

Dogs are welcome on Westshore to Bayview via Rotary Pathway on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Westshore to Bayview via Rotary Pathway?

Westshore to Bayview via Rotary Pathway is 11.1 km with roughly 139 m of climb and takes about 2.5–3 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Westshore to Bayview via Rotary Pathway?

Yes, the track has beach access where a dog can cool off. In warm months check the LAWA water quality map for toxic algae warnings first.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Westshore to Bayview via Rotary Pathway?

Yes. The closest is Waikari River Mouth Campsite, about 39 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

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