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Arowhenua - Waipopo Huts Stopbank Walk

Opihi River Stop Banks · Canterbury

↑ 38 m gain↓ 59 m descenthigh 30 msteepest 8 %
DISTANCE4.7 km
ASCENT38 m
DURATION1h
STEEPEST8 %

Route and dog-access details for this walk come from the Herenga ā Nuku Aotearoa and the contributing council, licensed CC BY 4.0. Evidence: coded dog-access data in the licensed source. How we check dog rules.

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The route

Good to know

Dogs are allowed here. Keep them on the lead, watch for ground-nesting birds and stock, and read the signs at the gate.

Usually a quiet track

About Arowhenua - Waipopo Huts Stopbank Walk

Near Opihi River Stop Banks in Canterbury, Arowhenua - Waipopo Huts Stopbank Walk runs 4.7 km.

It sits at the easy end and gains roughly 38 m, pitching up to 8 % at its steepest, and takes about 1h to walk.

Dogs are allowed here, on the lead.

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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Arowhenua - Waipopo Huts Stopbank Walk?

Yes. Dogs are welcome on Arowhenua - Waipopo Huts Stopbank Walk, per the council access data for this track. Watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Arowhenua - Waipopo Huts Stopbank Walk?

Arowhenua - Waipopo Huts Stopbank Walk is 4.7 km with roughly 38 m of climb and takes about 1h.

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