EasyPalmerston North
7.2 km↑64 m1.5–2 hr★4.6 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
Manawatū-Whanganui · town
Dog-friendly walks near Palmerston North
Every dog-friendly hike and tramp we have mapped around Palmerston North, in the Manawatū-Whanganui region. That is 22 tracks in all, 5 off the lead and 17 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 He Ara Kotahi Shared Pathway, and Turitea Walkway is one you can walk off the lead. Of the lot, 13 are graded easy.
22 tracks5 off-lead17 swim spots3 places to stay
The complete list
All 22 dog-friendly walks near Palmerston North
Sorted by rating. Every entry opens its full trail sheet with the elevation profile, dog verdict and nearest places to stay.
ModeratePalmerston North
10 km↑35 m2–2.5 hr★4.6 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
ModeratePalmerston North
9.5 km↑327 m3–3.5 hr★4.5 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
EasyPalmerston North
3.4 km↑47 m1–1.5 hr★4.6 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
ModeratePalmerston North
1.4 km↑71 m0.5–1 hr★4.5 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
ModeratePalmerston North
9.8 km↑13 m2–2.5 hr★4.6 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
EasyPalmerston North
4.3 km↑57 m1–1.5 hr★4.6 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyPalmerston North
2.4 km↑38 m0.5–1 hr★4.6 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyPalmerston North
3.5 km↑38 m1–1.5 hr★4.5 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyPalmerston North
2.4 km↑8 m0.5–1 hr★4.3 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyPalmerston North
1.4 km↑3 m0.5–1 hr★4.3 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
ModeratePalmerston North
3.9 km↑67 m1–1.5 hr★4.6 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
ModeratePalmerston North
6.0 km↑90 m1.5–2 hr★4.2 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
EasyPalmerston North
2.9 km↑7 m0.5–1 hr★4.2 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyPalmerston North
1.1 km↑10 m0.5–1 hr★4.0 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyPalmerston North
2.6 km↑14 m0.5–1 hr★4.1 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
ModeratePalmerston North
14 km↑399 m4.5–5 hr★4.0 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
HardPalmerston North
17 km↑462 m5.5–6 hr★4.0 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Hard.
EasyPalmerston North
0.8 km↑3 m0.5–1 hr★3.8 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyPalmerston North
2.1 km↑20 m0.5–1 hr★3.6 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
HardPalmerston North
62 km↑1367 m18.5–20.5 hr
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Hard.
EasyPalmerston North
12 km↑83 m2.5–3 hr
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 Palmerston North
The 5 tracks around Palmerston North 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.
EasyPalmerston North
2.4 km↑38 m0.5–1 hr★4.6 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyPalmerston North
2.9 km↑7 m0.5–1 hr★4.2 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyPalmerston North
1.1 km↑10 m0.5–1 hr★4.0 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyPalmerston North
2.6 km↑14 m0.5–1 hr★4.1 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyPalmerston North
2.1 km↑20 m0.5–1 hr★3.6 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
Stay & walk
Dog-friendly places to stay near Palmerston North
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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