Where can my dog run off the lead near Hastings?

Yes: 1 of the 5 walks we map near Hastings let a dog off the lead, including Pakowhai Regional Park Loop. Check for seasonal wildlife closures before you unclip.

Where can I stay with my dog near Hastings?

We map 2 dog-friendly places to stay within about 40 km of Hastings, DOC campsites and community holiday parks, each with its dog policy stated.

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Dog-friendly walks near Hastings

Every dog-friendly walk and tramp we have mapped around Hastings, in the Hawke's Bay region. That is 5 tracks in all, 1 where they can run and 2 with water on the route, each with its dog access, real climb and nearest places to stay read straight off the terrain.

The highest-rated walk here is Akina Park Loop, and the longest is Hastings to Clive Pathway at 7.6 km. Of the lot, 4 are graded easy.

5 tracks1 where they can run2 with water on the route2 places to stay

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All 5 dog-friendly walks near Hastings

Sorted by rating. Every entry opens its full trail sheet with the elevation profile, dog verdict and nearest places to stay.

Akina Park Loop

EasyHastings

1.9 km↑3 m0.5–1 hr

Good with kids

Pakowhai Regional Park Loop

EasyHastings

1.8 km↑3 mabout 23 min★4.2 rating

Swim spotShadeGood with kids

Hastings to Clive Pathway

ModerateHastings

7.6 km↑0 m1.5–2 hr★4.2 rating

Swim spot

Frimley Park Walk

EasyHastings

1.3 km↑8 mabout 18 min★4.1 rating

Sealed underfootGood with kids

Hawkes Bay Regional Sports Park Loop

EasyHastings

2.4 km↑0 m0.5–1 hr★4.1 rating

Good with kids

Star ratings are average scores from the walkers who have logged each track.

Room to run

Off-leash walks near Hastings

The 1 track around Hastings where a dog can legally run off the lead. Rare enough on New Zealand tracks to be worth the drive, and worth checking for seasonal wildlife closures before you unclip.