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Travelling with Pets - TARANAKI

from Travelling with Pets 2022-23

from Travelling with Pets 2022-23, page 28

In Case of Emergency

There are many adventures to be had on and around the beautiful Taranaki Maunga, an epic landmark if ever there was one. Taranaki coastline is also a wonderland of walkie potential.

WALKIES

WAIWHAKAIHO WALKWAY, NEW PLYMOUTH Easy 4km return, on-leash

BARRETT LAGOON BUSH WALK, NEW PLYMOUTH Easy 4km return, on-leash

MATEKAI PARK LOOP, ŌAKURA Easy 1km loop, on-leash

KING EDWARDS PARK, STRATFORD Easy 3km loop, on-leash

CARRINGTON WALKWAY EASTERN LOOP,STRATFORD Easy 3km loop, some off-leash

CARRINGTON WALKWAY WESTERN LOOP, STRATFORD Easy 3.5km loop, some off-leash

PĀTEA RIVER WALK Easy 5km return, on-leash

ŌPUNAKĒ LAKE TRAIL, ŌPUNAKĒ Easy 1.5km loop, on-leash

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THE HERB FARM, ASHHURST You can brunch with your pup amid the magical gardens here in rural Ashhurst. Not only is this dog-friendly place an organic skincare farm - they also serve up their homegrown produce. It’s the total package in self-care!

THE TARANAKI PET EXPO, NEW PLYMOUTH Although your pup has to stay home, you can get amongst the fluff, feathers and fuzz atthis event which showcases just about everything you could dream of to keep your pet in style and comfort. It’s sure to inspire some indulgences, too.

HAPPY CAMPERS

• Fitzroy Beach Holiday Park, New Plymouth

• New Plymouth TOP 10 Holiday Park

• Ōakura Beach Holiday Park

• Stratford Motel & Holiday Park

DOG PARKS

MARINE PARK & BATTISCOMBE TERRACE RESERVE, NEW PLYMOUTH Perfect for off-leash runs along the beach and dashing through big open fields. Explore the variety of paths and walkways, splash in the water and delve into the trees and bushes following your pup’s nose.

HUATOKI DOMAIN, NEW PLYMOUTH This one is a hidden gem for those looking to give their dogs a run around. Squirrelled away in the Frankleigh Park suburb, your pup can get some off leash action dashing around the grasslands and bush areas alongside the Huatoki River.