Walk or track · Palmerston North

Manawatū River Shared Pathway (Riverside Walkway and Bridle Track)

Off lead Off lead along the riverside walkway and bridle track except between the Fitzherbert Bridge and the Holiday Park, which is on lead

Long shared path along the Manawatū River through the city, linking Ahimate Reserve, the Esplanade and He Ara Kotahi. Busy with cyclists and runners near the bridges.

Where Dittmer Drive, near Palmerston North Holiday Park · Directions

Facilities Parking

Getting there The on-lead section runs from the Fitzherbert Bridge to the Holiday Park; He Ara Kotahi bridge is on lead

Source pncc.govt.nz/files/assets/public/v/1/documents/council/bylaws/dog-control-bylaw-2018-amended-2019.pdf · checked 16 Oct 2026

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