ModerateHanmer Springs
3.1 km↑150 m1–1.5 hr★4.6 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
Canterbury · town
Dog-friendly walks near Hanmer Springs
Every dog-friendly hike and tramp we have mapped around Hanmer Springs, in the Canterbury region. That is 13 tracks in all, 2 off the lead and 9 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 Conical Hill Loop Track, and Mount Isobel via Jacks Pass Track is one you can walk off the lead. Of the lot, 3 are graded easy.
13 tracks2 off-lead9 swim spots3 places to stay
The complete list
All 13 dog-friendly walks near Hanmer Springs
Sorted by rating. Every entry opens its full trail sheet with the elevation profile, dog verdict and nearest places to stay.
ModerateHanmer Springs
4.3 km↑352 m2–2.5 hr★4.6 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
HardHanmer Springs
8.9 km↑831 m★4.6 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Hard.
HardHanmer Springs
6.3 km↑483 m3–3.5 hr★4.6 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Hard.
ModerateHanmer Springs
17 km↑134 m4–4.5 hr★4.8 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
EasyHanmer Springs
1.9 km↑17 m0.5–1 hr★4.5 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyHanmer Springs
4.8 km↑39 m1–1.5 hr★4.4 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
HardHanmer Springs
33 km↑910 m10.5–11.5 hr★4.6 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Hard.
HardHanmer Springs
8.5 km↑339 m3–3.5 hr★5.0 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Hard.
HardHanmer Springs
45 km↑929 m13.5–14.5 hr★5.0 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Hard.
EasyHanmer Springs
2.9 km↑20 m0.5–1 hr★4.3 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
ModerateHanmer Springs
17 km↑288 m4–4.5 hr★5.0 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
HardHanmer Springs
20 km↑261 m6–6.5 hr★4.0 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Hard.
Star ratings are average scores from the hikers who have walked each track.
Lead off
Off-leash walks near Hanmer Springs
The 2 tracks around Hanmer Springs 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.
HardHanmer Springs
6.3 km↑483 m3–3.5 hr★4.6 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Hard.
HardHanmer Springs
33 km↑910 m10.5–11.5 hr★4.6 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Hard.
Stay & walk
Dog-friendly places to stay near Hanmer Springs
DOC campsites and community holiday parks within about 40 km that take dogs. Check each one's rules before you book.
Community holiday parks
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