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Off-lead OKEasy

Hikuwai Link Track

Otago

↑ 1 m gain↓ 14 m descenthigh 295 msteepest 7 %

DISTANCE0.6 km

DURATION7m

STEEPEST7 %

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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 vetRemarkable Vets (Queenstown) - 24hr emergency, Queenstown~60 min drive · 24/7

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The route

Good to know

Dogs can run off-lead here, one of only 287 tracks in Aotearoa where that’s allowed.

Open track, carry water for the dogUsually a quiet track

About Hikuwai Link Track

Hikuwai Link Track covers 0.6 km, in Otago, walked as a track.

Graded easy, it stays flat overall, and takes about 7m to walk.

Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Hikuwai Link Track?

Yes. Hikuwai Link Track is one of only 287 tracks in New Zealand where dogs can legally run off the lead. Check for seasonal wildlife closures before you unclip.

How long is Hikuwai Link Track?

Hikuwai Link Track is 0.6 km with barely any climb and takes about 7m.

Hikes nearby

The closest dog-friendly tracks to this trailhead, by straight-line distance.

Deans Bank Track

ModerateWanaka

11 km↑130 m2.5–3 hr★4.4 rating

Swim spotShade

Dublin Bay Track

ModerateWanaka

15 km↑168 m4–4.5 hr★3.7 rating

Swim spot

Deans Bank Track (Mtb)

Hard

12 km↑186 m2h 42m

Mount Iron from Hidden Hills

ModerateWanaka

3.1 km↑177 m1–1.5 hr★4.7 rating

Hikuwai Link Track

Good to know

About Hikuwai Link Track

Frequently asked questions

Hikes nearby

Deans Bank Track

Dublin Bay Track

Deans Bank Track (Mtb)

Mount Iron from Hidden Hills

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