Travelling with Pets in Northland

Wide open spaces and tropical backdrops are Northland’s prize offering to us all. Enjoy the freedom to roam the long stretches of beach with your ball thrower in hand. And explore the array of walks along the quiet coastlines and through bustling towns.

HAPPY CAMPERS

Make sure before you book that your accommodation welcomes your furry friends and also that you agree to all of their pet policies.

• Bay of Islands Holiday Apartments and Campervan Park, Paihia

• Bayleys Beach Holiday Park, Dargaville

• Kauri Coast TOP 10 Holiday Park, Dargaville

• Pukenui Holiday Park, Ninety Mile Beach

• Russell TOP 10 Holiday Park

• Waitangi Holiday Park, Paihia

• Whangārei TOP 10 Holiday Park

• Whatuwhiwhi TOP 10 Holiday Park, Kaitāia

• Whananaki Holiday Park

• Ngapae Holiday Park, Ninety Mile Beach

Giant sand dunes, Far North © NorthlandNZ

DOG PARKS

WHANGĀREI PUBLIC DOG PARK

You’ll find this on Dave Culham Drive. Dogs can have a go on the agility equipment and make new pals in the fenced area and there is shelter for owners when the weather isn’t particularly people friendly.

MAIR PARK, REGENT, WHANGĀREI

A great one if you have the kids and fur baby in tow; they can enjoy some off-leash time and you can enjoy the beautiful surrounds. There are well-maintained tracks down to the riverside, where water-loving dogs can take a dip alongside the ducks.

BARGE SHOWGROUNDS, WHANGĀREI

Plenty of room for those with energy to burn. Dogs can dash around to their heart’s content off-leash, except for in the wetland areas.

Hokianga Harbour © NorthlandNZ

DOG-FRIENDLY SPOTS

• Taipa Beach, Doubtless Bay

• Coopers Beach, Doubtless Bay (onleash December and January)

• Pataua North & South, 40min drive from Whangārei

• Taiharuru Bay, 40min drive north of Whangārei

• Uretiti Beach, 5min drive from Waipu

• Mangawhai Heads

BamBam © Richard Danao

CHECK OUT

ROLAND’S WOOD KERIKERI

This woodland wonderland is a little slice of heaven, as intended by Roland Samson, who gifted it to the people (but really to the dogs) of Kerikeri. Visiting in September is especially rewarding as the bluebells are out in full force; you’ll get some incredible Instagramable-worthy photos.

WAIPU GLAMPING

Take a break and treat your best friend to this glamping haven near Waipu, in Bream Bay. It’s overlooking a native reserve and just a short drive from some of Northland’s most beautiful beaches and walks.

Wave & Waka sculpture, Town Basin © Whangārei District Council

WALKIES

• LAKE NGATU TRACK, AWANUI, KAITAIA Easy 4km loop, on-leash

• TAUMARUMARU SCENIC RESERVE, COOPERS BEACH Easy 2km loop, on-leash

• HONGI HIKA WALK, KERIKERI Easy 2km loop, on-leash

• TAPEKA POINT TRACK, RUSSELL Easy 1km return, on-leash

• HATEA LOOP WALKWAY, WHANGĀREI Easy 4km loop, on-leash

• RAUMANGA FALLS, WHANGĀREI Easy 1km return, on-leash

• WAVERLEY STREET LINK TO GULL TRACK, WHANGĀREI Easy 3km return, on-leash

• BOSWELL’S TRACK, WHANGĀREI Easy 5km return, on-leash

• WAIMAHANGA TRACK, WHANGĀREI Easy 4km return, on-leash

OFF LIMITS

Dogs are not allowed to the Parihaka summit or tracks within the AH Reed Memorial Park.

Laura © Animates Whangārei

BIG ADVENTURES

• PAIHIA TO ŌPUA WALKWAY, BAY OF ISLANDS Moderate 6km point-topoint, on-leash

• ŌKIATO TO RUSSELL WALKWAY, BAY OF ISLANDS Easy 9.5km point-to-point, on-leash

• PARIHAKA FOREST TRACK, WHANGĀREI Moderate 4km return, on-leash

• GOLDSCHMIDT WALK, MANGAWHAI Moderate 7km return, on-leash

Looking for a pet-friendly place to stay? Book your accommodation on aa.travel.co.nz