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Off-lead OKEasy

TRT - TNTC (DOC section)

Waikato

↑ 8 m gain↓ 3 m descenthigh 416 msteepest 4 %
DISTANCE0.8 km
ASCENT8 m
DURATION10m
STEEPEST4 %
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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 vetHBAH - Hawke's Bay Urgent Care & After Hours Veterinary Clinic, Hastings~130 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
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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 TRT - TNTC (DOC section)

This short track follows 0.8 km as a track, in Waikato.

Graded easy, it climbs about 8 m overall, pitching up to 4 % at its steepest, and takes about 10m to walk.

Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on TRT - TNTC (DOC section)?

Yes. TRT - TNTC (DOC section) 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 TRT - TNTC (DOC section)?

TRT - TNTC (DOC section) is 0.8 km with roughly 8 m of climb and takes about 10m.

Where dogs are welcome in NZGear checklist for dog hikes

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