ModerateCambridge
7.6 km↑109 m2–2.5 hr★4.4 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
Waikato · town
Dog-friendly walks near Cambridge
Every dog-friendly hike and tramp we have mapped around Cambridge, in the Waikato region. That is 3 tracks in all, 1 off the lead and 3 with a swim spot, each with its lead rule, real climb and nearest places to stay read straight off the terrain.
The highest-rated hike here is Te Awa Track: Hooker Rd to Velodrome, and Lake Te Koo Utu Walk is one you can walk off the lead. Of the lot, 2 are graded easy.
3 tracks1 off-lead3 swim spots5 places to stay
The complete list
All 3 dog-friendly walks near Cambridge
Sorted by rating. Every entry opens its full trail sheet with the elevation profile, dog verdict and nearest places to stay.
EasyCambridge
1.4 km↑17 m0.5–1 hr★4.4 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyCambridge
1.0 km↑29 m0.5–1 hr★4.2 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
Star ratings are average scores from the hikers who have walked each track.
Lead off
Off-leash walks near Cambridge
The 1 track around Cambridge where dogs can legally come off the lead. Off-lead access is rare on New Zealand tracks, so check for seasonal wildlife closures before you unclip.
EasyCambridge
1.4 km↑17 m0.5–1 hr★4.4 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
Stay & walk
Dog-friendly places to stay near Cambridge
DOC campsites and community holiday parks within about 40 km that take dogs. Check each one's rules before you book.
DOC campsites
Community holiday parks
Cambridge Top 10 Holiday Park
Dogs welcome 4 km away Visit their websiteHamilton City Holiday Park
Dogs by arrangement, ask first 18 km away Visit their websiteOpal Hot Springs & Holiday Park
Dogs by arrangement, ask first 36 km away Visit their websiteOtorohanga Holiday Park
Dogs by arrangement, ask first 39 km away Find it on the mapKeep exploring
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