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On-leadModerate

Benmore Peninsula Walk

Canterbury

1234.1 km537 m
↑ 263 m gain↓ 129 m descenthigh 537 msteepest 155 %
DISTANCE4.1 km
ASCENT263 m
DURATION1h 14m
STEEPEST155 %
Nearest emergency vetRemarkable Vets (Queenstown) - 24hr emergency, Queenstown~145 min drive · 24/7
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The route

Good to know

On the lead here. Keep it to two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds, as on most NZ tracks.

Open track, carry water for the dogUsually a quiet track

About Benmore Peninsula Walk

This moderate-length track follows 4.1 km as a track, in Canterbury.

Expect moderate going, with around 263 m of climb, pitching up to 155 % at its steepest, and takes about 1h 14m to walk.

Dogs are welcome here on the lead.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Benmore Peninsula Walk?

Dogs are welcome on Benmore Peninsula Walk on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Benmore Peninsula Walk?

Benmore Peninsula Walk is 4.1 km with roughly 263 m of climb and takes about 1h 14m.

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