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Dog-friendly walks near Riverton

Every dog-friendly walk and tramp we have mapped around Riverton, in the Southland region. That is 7 tracks in all, 2 where they can run and 1 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 Kings Track, and the longest is Long Hilly (Round Hill) Walking Track at 2.0 km. Of the lot, 6 are graded easy.

7 tracks2 where they can run1 with water on the route4 places to stay
The complete list

All 7 dog-friendly walks near Riverton

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

EasyRiverton
1.0 km↑15 mabout 14 min★4.8 rating
ShadeGood with kids
Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Easy.
ModerateRiverton
0.8 km↑34 mabout 14 min★4.5 rating
Shade
Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Moderate.
EasyRiverton
0.7 km↑37 m11 min
Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyRiverton
0.7 km↑0 m8 min
Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyRiverton
1.7 km↑1 m20 min
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 Riverton

The 2 tracks around Riverton 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.

EasyRiverton
0.7 km↑0 m8 min
Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyRiverton
1.7 km↑1 m20 min
Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Easy.

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