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Dog-friendly walks near Martinborough

Every dog-friendly walk and tramp we have mapped around Martinborough, in the Wellington region. That is 7 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 Cape Palliser Lighthouse Walk, and the longest is Aorangi Crossing: Cape Palliser Road to Washpool Hut at 9.7 km. Of the lot, 1 is graded easy.

7 tracks1 where they can run2 with water on the route4 places to stay
The complete list

All 7 dog-friendly walks near Martinborough

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

ModerateMartinborough
0.5 km↑38 mabout 11 min★4.6 rating
Good with kids
Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Moderate.
ModerateMartinborough
5.1 km↑272 m2–2.5 hr★4.4 rating
Swim spotShadeGood with kids
Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Moderate.
EasyMartinborough
1.0 km↑0 mabout 12 min
Good with kids
Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Easy.

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

Room to run

Off-leash walks near Martinborough

The 1 track around Martinborough 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.

All 65 off-leash areas in Wellington

Stay & walk

Dog-friendly places to stay near Martinborough

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

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