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On-leadEasy

Woodside Railway Station to Greytown

Greytown · Wellington · Point to Point

12344.6 km95 m
↑ 0 m gain↓ 35 m descenthigh 95 msteepest 3 %
DISTANCE4.7 km
ASCENT20 m
DURATION1–1.5 hr
STEEPEST3 %
ROUTEPoint to Point
RATING · HIKERS 4.3 · 18
DOG EFFORT1.6 /5 paws
PARKING60 m away
Nearest emergency vetWellington After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Wellington~60 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
04 473 7545
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.

River swim spotsOpen track, carry water for the dogGood with kids
Check the water before the dog swims. Toxic algae blooms in NZ rivers and lakes can kill a dog within hours. Scan the LAWA water quality map in warm months and keep dogs away from dark slime on rocks.

About Woodside Railway Station to Greytown

Woodside Railway Station to Greytown covers 4.7 km, near Greytown in Wellington, walked as a point-to-point.

It sits at the easy end and gains roughly 20 m, pitching up to 3 % at its steepest, and takes about 1–1.5 hr to walk.

Along the way there are river frontage and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.3 / 5 across 18 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 Woodside Railway Station to Greytown?

Dogs are welcome on Woodside Railway Station to Greytown on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Woodside Railway Station to Greytown?

Woodside Railway Station to Greytown is 4.7 km with roughly 20 m of climb and takes about 1–1.5 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Woodside Railway Station to Greytown?

Yes, the track has river 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 Woodside Railway Station to Greytown?

Yes. The closest is Bucks Road Campsite, about 4 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

Hikes nearby

The closest dog-friendly tracks to this trailhead, by straight-line distance.

EasyGreytown
9.0 km↑35 m2–2.5 hr★4.2 rating
Good with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyGreytown
0.8 km↑4 m0.5–1 hr★3.0 rating
ShadeGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.

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