The Best Trails in Canterbury (New Zealand)

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  • Southern Alps. Mt Cook Village. Red Tarns Track. Governors Bush Walk.

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    near Aoraki Mount Cook, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    Robert Smieszek
    Distance
    4.47mi
    Elevation +
    1440f
    TrailRank
    70| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofSouthern Alps. Mt Cook Village. Red Tarns Track. Governors Bush Walk. Photo ofSouthern Alps. Mt Cook Village. Red Tarns Track. Governors Bush Walk. Photo ofSouthern Alps. Mt Cook Village. Red Tarns Track. Governors Bush Walk.

    Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park - (http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/national-parks/aoraki-mount-cook/) [1] (accessed 2014-05-29). Red Tarns Track, Governors Bush Walk - (http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-rec...

    Fantastic photos
    José Rolo de Sousa

  • Lac Tekapo, Mount John, New-Zealand

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    near Lake Tekapo, Canterbury Region (New Zealand)
    Author
    Henry Morgan
    Distance
    5.20mi
    Elevation +
    1096f
    TrailRank
    57| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofLac Tekapo, Mount John, New-Zealand Photo ofLac Tekapo, Mount John, New-Zealand Photo ofLac Tekapo, Mount John, New-Zealand

    This is a loop hike. Starting at parking, it rises relatively steeply up to Mount John Observatory. Subsequently, the loop continues with a gentle descent. This loop will take 2 - 3 hours, and involves an ascent and desc...

    Rando très sympa avec une magnifique vue
    Justine74
    Great views of Lake Tekapo and Alexandria. There’s a Cafe at the top next to the Observatory. Stargazers come here on cl...
    ArielMat

  • Peak Hill

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    near Lake Coleridge, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    dukeigi
    Distance
    3.59mi
    Elevation +
    2805f
    TrailRank
    53
    Photo ofPeak Hill Photo ofPeak Hill Photo ofPeak Hill

    This must be one of the most beautiful day hikes on the South Island. Braided river, blue lake, crazy apline valley views. Takes 3-4h hours, pretty sure the recorded moving time is wrong, the app kept pausing. It's very ...

  • Clarence Reserve

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    near Mahunga, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    BillGray
    Distance
    18.33mi
    Elevation +
    3652f
    TrailRank
    52
    Photo ofClarence Reserve Photo ofClarence Reserve Photo ofClarence Reserve

    To access the track you must get the gate lock combination from DOC. This is the main drag into the Clarence Reserve, this track takes you up and over Blind Saddle. A steep 10km climb and then it's down into the reserve....

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  • Mount John loop track

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    near Lake Tekapo, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    ecmwl
    Distance
    5.19mi
    Elevation +
    1099f
    TrailRank
    50
    Photo ofMount John loop track Photo ofMount John loop track Photo ofMount John loop track

    Easy route for the whole family and with wonderful views. The track starts at the Tekapo springs car park. In this car park there is an area only for customers of the Tekapo springs and another one which seems to be fre...

  • Mt Herbert track

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    near Diamond Harbour, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    ecmwl
    Distance
    8.78mi
    Elevation +
    2533f
    TrailRank
    50
    Photo ofMt Herbert track Photo ofMt Herbert track Photo ofMt Herbert track

    Hike to the top of Mount Herbert (919 m), the highest elevation on Banks Peninsula, following the official Mount Herbert track from the Department of Conservation (DOC). This track officially starts from Herbert Peak ...

  • Avalanche Peak

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    near Arthur’s Pass, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    John_McDonough
    Distance
    5.51mi
    Elevation +
    3822f
    TrailRank
    50
    Photo ofAvalanche Peak Photo ofAvalanche Peak Photo ofAvalanche Peak

    This route is the up and back route to Avalanche Peak. After peaking, I explored the peaks south of Avalanche for about an hour. I rated this 'difficult' because of the conditions. It rained hard the day before up unt...

  • Mount Fyffe (1602 m)

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    near Kaikoura Flat, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    ecmwl
    Distance
    10.41mi
    Elevation +
    4656f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofMount Fyffe (1602 m) Photo ofMount Fyffe (1602 m) Photo ofMount Fyffe (1602 m)

    The track starts at the generous car park which we can get following Google Maps directions. The parking is pretty decent although this mountain seems to be extremely popular and it can get quite busy. I can understand w...

  • Hooker Lake, Mount Cook National Park, New Zealand

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    near Aoraki Mount Cook, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    jimmyangel
    Distance
    6.76mi
    Elevation +
    659f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofHooker Lake, Mount Cook National Park, New Zealand Photo ofHooker Lake, Mount Cook National Park, New Zealand Photo ofHooker Lake, Mount Cook National Park, New Zealand

    This is a stunningly beautiful hike up the Hooker river valley and glacier lake with incredible views of the highest mountains of New Zealand's Southern Alps, including Mount Cook and Mount Sefton. The trail crosses over...

  • Lake Tekapo

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    near Lake Tekapo, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    Te Kopai Schwartz
    Distance
    67.40mi
    Elevation +
    2749f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofLake Tekapo Photo ofLake Tekapo Photo ofLake Tekapo

    Lake Tekapo to Macaulay’s Hut, First 30kms up lake Tekapo is just a gravel road there is a lake shore 4x4 track that goes half way up the lake didn’t try this but there’s posted signs. Drop your tyres at the first rive...

  • New Zealand: Akaroa Misty Peaks Trail

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    near Akaroa, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    Alan Stobie
    Distance
    11.13mi
    Elevation +
    2897f
    TrailRank
    38
    Photo ofNew Zealand: Akaroa Misty Peaks Trail Photo ofNew Zealand: Akaroa Misty Peaks Trail Photo ofNew Zealand: Akaroa Misty Peaks Trail

    A good circular walk from the centre of Akaroa up to and along the ridge. The start and finish is on small lanes, the remaining up and down hill sections are on gravel track and the ridge walk is on footpaths. Glorious v...

  • Ruta de una tarde desde Arthur Pass Village

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    near Arthur’s Pass, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    Saltacamberas
    with Petipollo
    Distance
    5.55mi
    Elevation +
    1030f
    TrailRank
    37
    Photo ofRuta de una tarde desde Arthur Pass Village Photo ofRuta de una tarde desde Arthur Pass Village Photo ofRuta de una tarde desde Arthur Pass Village

    Ruta ida y vuelta desde el pueblo de Arthur Pass, pasando por la cascada cercana de Devils Punchbowl Fall (30 minutos ida y vuelta) y acercándonos a Bealey Chasm en el Bealey Valley. Vuelta por el mismo camino. En ing...

  • Mt Fitzgerald from Pettigrews Road

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    near Barrys Bay, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    ecmwl
    Distance
    9.14mi
    Elevation +
    2510f
    TrailRank
    37
    Photo ofMt Fitzgerald from Pettigrews Road Photo ofMt Fitzgerald from Pettigrews Road Photo ofMt Fitzgerald from Pettigrews Road

    Hike to the top of Mount Fitzgerald (826 m) in the Banks peninsula. This tracks follows the official Te Ara Pātaka/Summit Walkway from the Department of Conservation (DOC) although it does not start exactly from the same...

  • MOUNT JOHN - LAKE TEKAPO

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    near Lake Tekapo, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    hombresinrastro
    Distance
    5.54mi
    Elevation +
    1102f
    TrailRank
    37
    Photo ofMOUNT JOHN - LAKE TEKAPO Photo ofMOUNT JOHN - LAKE TEKAPO Photo ofMOUNT JOHN - LAKE TEKAPO

    Nice and interesting walk up to the summit of Mount John and the telescopes and coming back along the shore of Lake Tekapo (16-01-2019).

  • Rakaia Gorge

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    near Rakaia Gorge, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    Martin the Nomad
    Distance
    6.66mi
    Elevation +
    1470f
    TrailRank
    37
    Photo ofRakaia Gorge Photo ofRakaia Gorge Photo ofRakaia Gorge

    Beautiful mostly gentle but sometimes challenging hike along the river with beautiful view. Be aware, dogs are not allowed on this trail.

  • Okains Bay

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    near Chorlton, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    Jakub W
    Distance
    6.48mi
    Elevation +
    1152f
    TrailRank
    36
    Photo ofOkains Bay Photo ofOkains Bay Photo ofOkains Bay

    The first part of the trail (along the estuary of Opara Stream) can be followed only during low tide and is muddy. From the estuary one continues along the beach and then the road back to the village. After a few minu...

  • New Zealand: Akaroa Trail

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    near Akaroa, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    Alan Stobie
    Distance
    6.27mi
    Elevation +
    2018f
    TrailRank
    36
    Photo ofNew Zealand: Akaroa Trail Photo ofNew Zealand: Akaroa Trail Photo ofNew Zealand: Akaroa Trail

    An easy to find track walk from the centre of Akaroa. This relatively short walk is easy to find and gives you spectacular views over the huge volcanic crater. It can be extended in multiple directions over well marked t...

  • Lees Valley Road

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    near North Loburn, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    Jeff Dean
    Distance
    45.78mi
    Elevation +
    3885f
    TrailRank
    36| Rating 4.44

    Route through lees valley. Went in at the North Loburn end and came out near oxford but you can go either way. You can get as far as the Okuku River ford from either end in a car (if there hasn't been too much rain to br...

    We drove this last weekend as a group from Loburn and out near Oxford. Was pretty dry and easy in our Suzuki Vitara. One...
    Jake Barker
    Did this track south to north. Easy to navigate. River was low so crossing was simple as. Nice for a day out and to get ...
    pietdummie
    Nice wee drive
    Wickus

  • Otira Valley Skinny Dip

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    near Arthur’s Pass, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    ArielMat
    Distance
    3.20mi
    Elevation +
    915f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofOtira Valley Skinny Dip Photo ofOtira Valley Skinny Dip Photo ofOtira Valley Skinny Dip

    A short and nice track on the valley parallel to the creek with beautiful cascades and icy water. If you make it to the point reward yourself with a quenching dip.

  • Quail Flat to Goose Flat

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    near Mahunga, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    BillGray
    Distance
    14.34mi
    Elevation +
    2018f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofQuail Flat to Goose Flat Photo ofQuail Flat to Goose Flat Photo ofQuail Flat to Goose Flat

    An easy drive when dry. Takes you through farming hill country with spectacular views of the Clarence ans surrounding hills and mountains. Its a there and back trip as the road stops a further 6km down the river.

  • Akaroa- purple peak track and curry track

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    near Akaroa, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    elbev75
    Distance
    7.68mi
    Elevation +
    2379f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofAkaroa- purple peak track and curry track Photo ofAkaroa- purple peak track and curry track Photo ofAkaroa- purple peak track and curry track

    Challenging though extremely rewarding. Expect muddy shoes, awesome views, countryside, and rainforest. Take your time and enjoy it!!

  • Akaroa - circular walk above the village

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    near Akaroa, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    Joe Hallmark
    Distance
    11.81mi
    Elevation +
    3304f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofAkaroa - circular walk above the village Photo ofAkaroa - circular walk above the village Photo ofAkaroa - circular walk above the village

    Moderate hike around into the hills above Akaroa village with stunning views of Akaroa harbour and also Stony Bay. This short hike opens up to many options to extend or shorten the route. This route takes in all the best...

  • Akaroa to Purple Peak loop

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    near Akaroa, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    hansonstudiosinc
    Distance
    7.77mi
    Elevation +
    2562f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofAkaroa to Purple Peak loop Photo ofAkaroa to Purple Peak loop Photo ofAkaroa to Purple Peak loop

    The Purple Peak Track was well marked and steep. A solid 2 hour + slog with a great view of the Crater and Akaroa. Cross the saddle to see stunning views of the next inlet. Then descended through varied, winding and stee...

  • Pigeon Bay to Little Pigeon Bay Return (Banks Peninsula)

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    near Pigeon Bay, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    thierrynz
    Distance
    15.36mi
    Elevation +
    2776f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofPigeon Bay to Little Pigeon Bay Return (Banks Peninsula) Photo ofPigeon Bay to Little Pigeon Bay Return (Banks Peninsula) Photo ofPigeon Bay to Little Pigeon Bay Return (Banks Peninsula)

    A scenic ride along Pigeon Bay and some of Banks Peninsula tops. This is all shingle (dirt) road with little traffic. There is no technical difficulty except for the layers of gravel in corners and in the middle of the r...

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