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Oturehua

Otago

12345.0 km566 m
↑ 0 m gain↓ 72 m descenthigh 566 msteepest 3 %
DISTANCE5.0 km
DURATION59m
STEEPEST3 %
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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~110 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 Oturehua

Oturehua covers 5.0 km, in Otago, walked as a track.

It sits at the easy end and barely climbs, and takes about 59m to walk.

Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Oturehua?

Yes. Oturehua 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 Oturehua?

Oturehua is 5.0 km with barely any climb and takes about 59m.

Where dogs are welcome in NZGear checklist for dog hikes

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