EasyTauranga
2.7 km↑3 m0.5–1 hr★4.7 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
Bay of Plenty · town
Dog-friendly walks near Tauranga
Every dog-friendly hike and tramp we have mapped around Tauranga, in the Bay of Plenty region. That is 23 tracks in all, 3 off the lead and 16 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 Lake Taurikura Loop, and Johnson Reserve Loop is one you can walk off the lead. Of the lot, 19 are graded easy.
23 tracks3 off-lead16 swim spots4 places to stay
The complete list
All 23 dog-friendly walks near Tauranga
Sorted by rating. Every entry opens its full trail sheet with the elevation profile, dog verdict and nearest places to stay.
EasyTauranga
2.6 km↑4 m0.5–1 hr★4.6 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
ModerateTauranga
8.7 km↑34 m2–2.5 hr★4.4 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
EasyTauranga
3.9 km↑35 m0.5–1 hr★4.4 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyTauranga
6.0 km↑72 m1.5–2 hr★4.6 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
ModerateTauranga
2.6 km↑174 m1–1.5 hr★4.5 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
EasyTauranga
1.3 km↑0 m0.5–1 hr★4.7 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
ModerateTauranga
2.3 km↑47 m0.5–1 hr★4.4 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
EasyTauranga
1.1 km↑25 m0.5–1 hr★4.6 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyTauranga
2.6 km↑7 m0.5–1 hr★4.3 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyTauranga
1.1 km↑0 m0.5–1 hr★4.6 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyTauranga
3.7 km↑33 m1–1.5 hr★4.3 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyTauranga
1.9 km↑15 m0.5–1 hr★4.4 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyTauranga
0.6 km↑13 m0.5–1 hr★4.4 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyTauranga
3.1 km↑14 m0.5–1 hr★4.2 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyTauranga
1.9 km↑14 m0.5–1 hr★4.1 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyTauranga
0.6 km↑0 m0.5–1 hr★3.8 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyTauranga
1.1 km↑0 m0.5–1 hr★3.9 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyTauranga
1.9 km↑19 m0.5–1 hr★4.1 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyTauranga
1.4 km↑7 m0.5–1 hr★4.0 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyTauranga
2.1 km↑30 m0.5–1 hr★4.0 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyTauranga
7.4 km↑14 m1.5–2 hr★4.0 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
ModerateTauranga
5.3 km↑45 m1.5–2 hr★4.0 rating
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
Star ratings are average scores from the hikers who have walked each track.
Lead off
Off-leash walks near Tauranga
The 3 tracks around Tauranga 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.
EasyTauranga
3.9 km↑35 m0.5–1 hr★4.4 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyTauranga
2.6 km↑7 m0.5–1 hr★4.3 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyTauranga
1.1 km↑0 m0.5–1 hr★4.6 rating
Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Easy.
Stay & walk
Dog-friendly places to stay near Tauranga
DOC campsites and community holiday parks within about 40 km that take dogs. Check each one's rules before you book.
Community holiday parks
Tauranga Tourist Park
Dogs by arrangement, ask first 5 km away Visit their websiteTasman Holiday Parks - Papamoa Beach
Dogs by arrangement, ask first 15 km away Find it on the mapSapphire Springs Camping
Dogs by arrangement, ask first 25 km away Find it on the mapOpal Hot Springs & Holiday Park
Dogs by arrangement, ask first 25 km away Visit their websiteKeep exploring
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