Canterbury · Dog access

Can I take my dog on Avalanche Peak Route?

No, dogs are not allowed on Avalanche Peak Route. Sits inside Arthur's Pass National Park, where DOC prohibits dogs, and the DOC route page states 'No dogs'. Department of Conservation has the details.

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