Dog-friendly Manawatū-Whanganui

Beaches, parks, walks, cafés and places to stay, with the off-lead rules and where they come from. 3 so far.

Walk or track · Ashhurst

Off lead Off lead on the upper circuit walkway; on lead on the lower loop and campground; no dogs at the playground, sportsfields or wetlands

Walk or track · Palmerston North

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

Walk or track · Cloverlea

Off lead Off lead along the walkway except where it passes around the Awapuni Racecourse (no dogs 4:30–10:30am, on lead otherwise)

Rules change with the seasons and the council. Every place shows its source and when we last checked; if something's wrong, tell us.