Trelissick Park — Attraction in North Island

Great "rugged" bush and stream sanctuary in the heart of suburbia. The trail spaces are small and narrow so if you want an open park, head elsewhere. Yes there are dogs off leash, but they're mostly interested in each other and the water. You'll love the green, water and rocks. It's an especially fantastic place in the summer heat. You get enough light but with plenty of shade. So many fantastic visual treats for you, that if you've never been before you will leave surprised. The upper reaches are more up and down, but arguably better trailed. The lower sections along the stream are flatter but the trails are more "rustic" - you'll want to keep your wits about you. So many access points and now better parking on Kaiwharawhara Gorge Road (the bottom part of below Ngaio...

Love this park - though it's more of a bush walk. Shallow stream for the dog to drink from/play in. The different tracks all gave different gradients, but they all seem steep & windy. Good for the Gluts! Nice bush cover on a hot day. And there's a stick library...

Still the best off leash dog park in Wellington, long bush walks, some flat, some up and down. Multiple entry sites, Kaiwharawhara, Crofton Downs, Wilton. Be aware that there are...