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On-leadEasy

Castlepoint Lighthouse Walk

Wellington

↑ 0 m gain↓ 0 m descenthigh 0 m
DISTANCE0.5 km
DURATION6m
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Route and dog-access details for this walk come from the Department of Conservation, licensed CC BY 4.0.

Nearest emergency vetMassey University Pet Emergency Centre (Te Pokapu Ohotata), Palmerston North~90 min drive · 24/7
0800 738 363
The route

Good to know

On the lead here. Keep it to two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds, as on most NZ tracks.

Open track, carry water for the dogUsually a quiet track

About Castlepoint Lighthouse Walk

In Wellington, Castlepoint Lighthouse Walk runs 0.5 km as a track.

Graded easy, it stays flat overall, and takes about 6m to walk.

Dogs are welcome here on the lead.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Castlepoint Lighthouse Walk?

Dogs are welcome on Castlepoint Lighthouse Walk on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Castlepoint Lighthouse Walk?

Castlepoint Lighthouse Walk is 0.5 km with barely any climb and takes about 6m.

DOC dog-access rulesGear checklist for dog hikes

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