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Dogs allowedHard

Whangaiterenga To Karaka Track

Waikato

1234567.9 km602 m
↑ 637 m gain↓ 170 m descenthigh 602 msteepest 39 %
DISTANCE7.9 km
ASCENT637 m
DURATION2h 39m
STEEPEST39 %

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

Usually a quiet track

About Whangaiterenga To Karaka Track

Whangaiterenga To Karaka Track covers 7.9 km, in Waikato.

Expect hard going, with around 637 m of climb, pitching up to 39 % at its steepest, and takes about 2h 39m to walk.

Dogs are allowed here, on the lead.

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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Whangaiterenga To Karaka Track?

Yes. Dogs are welcome on Whangaiterenga To Karaka Track, per the Department of Conservation listing for this track. Watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Whangaiterenga To Karaka Track?

Whangaiterenga To Karaka Track is 7.9 km with roughly 637 m of climb and takes about 2h 39m.

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