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Dog-friendly walks near Opunake

Every dog-friendly hike and tramp we have mapped around Opunake, in the Taranaki region. That is 3 tracks in all, 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 Ōpunakē Lake Trail. Of the lot, 3 are graded easy.

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All 3 dog-friendly walks near Opunake

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

Ōpunakē Lake Trail

EasyOpunake
1.4 km↑4 m0.5–1 hr★4.7 rating
Swim spotGood with kids

Ōpunakē Loop Trail

EasyOpunake
9.2 km↑60 m2–2.5 hr★4.3 rating
Swim spotSealed underfootGood with kids

Star ratings are average scores from the hikers who have walked each track.

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Dog-friendly places to stay near Opunake

DOC campsites and community holiday parks within about 40 km that take dogs. Check each one's rules before you book.

Community holiday parks

Volcanoview Campsite

Dogs by arrangement, ask first 38 km away Visit their website

Hāwera Holiday Park

Dogs by arrangement, ask first 38 km away Visit their website

Oakura Beach Holiday Park

Dogs by arrangement, ask first 39 km away Visit their website

Oakura Holiday Park

Dogs by arrangement, ask first 39 km away Find it on the map
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Taranaki region

Every dog-friendly track in the region, mapped.
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Off-lead hikes

Tracks where dogs can legally come off the lead.
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Swim-spot hikes

Tracks with a river, lake or beach to cool off in.
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Dog-friendly campsites

DOC campsites with the dog rules read out for each one.
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