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Dog-friendly walks near Waimate

Every dog-friendly walk and tramp we have mapped around Waimate, in the Canterbury region. That is 6 tracks in all, 3 where they can run and 4 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 Gunns Bush Track. Of the lot, 6 are graded easy.

6 tracks3 where they can run4 with water on the route1 place to stay
The complete list

All 6 dog-friendly walks near Waimate

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

EasyWaimate
4.5 km↑103 m1–1.5 hr★4.5 rating
Swim spot
Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyWaimate
2.1 km↑38 m0.5–1 hr★4.7 rating
Swim spotShade
Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyWaimate
2.1 km↑3 m0.5–1 hr★4.2 rating
Swim spotShadeGood with kids
Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyWaimate
1.9 km↑15 m0.5–1 hr
Swim spotShadeGood with kids
Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyWaimate
0.8 km↑2 m10 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 Waimate

The 3 tracks around Waimate 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.

EasyWaimate
4.5 km↑103 m1–1.5 hr★4.5 rating
Swim spot
Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyWaimate
0.8 km↑2 m10 min
Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Easy.

All 77 off-leash areas in Waimakariri

Stay & walk

Dog-friendly places to stay near Waimate

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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