Dog access on conservation land

Guidelines

Please follow these simple guidelines:

  • Keep your dog under control, preferably with a leash, at all times
  • A dog out of sight is a dog out of control
  • Carry a leash and use it
  • Ensure that your dog does not disrupt other people's enjoyment of the park
  • Clean up after your dog

Disease control - you can help prevent the spread of diseases

  • If you are planning to enter or to pass across farm land with your dog you must have permission from the farm owner.
  • To prevent the spread of disease such as sheep measles and E coli you may be requested to have your dog immunised (sheep measles immunisation approximately $1.00 - $2.00 per dose).
  • Dog droppings may contain harmful bacteria or diseases that can easily spread to farm animals, so be sure to remove your dog's waste.

Find out more

Publications

Planning a trip in the backcountry? (PDF, 668K)

Weather

Weather information

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Where can I walk my dog?

Stop the spread of didymo

Check, Clean, Dry all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.

Safety

Follow the Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies

Contacts

View a list of DOC Visitor Centres
Conservation for prosperity. Tiakina te taiao, kia puawai