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Off-lead OKEasy

Road To School Flat Track

Wellington

↑ 12 m gain↓ 0 m descenthigh 129 msteepest 32 %
DISTANCE0.3 km
ASCENT12 m
DURATION4m
STEEPEST32 %

Route and dog-access details for this walk come from the Department of Conservation, licensed CC BY 4.0.

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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 Road To School Flat Track

This short track follows 0.3 km as a track, in Wellington.

It sits at the easy end and gains roughly 12 m, pitching up to 32 % at its steepest, and takes about 4m to walk.

Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Road To School Flat Track?

Yes. Road To School Flat 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 Road To School Flat Track?

Road To School Flat Track is 0.3 km with roughly 12 m of climb and takes about 4m.

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