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Bottle Lake Green Track Loop

Christchurch · Canterbury · Loop

↑ 0 m gain↓ 0 m descenthigh 7 msteepest 0 %
DISTANCE2.1 km
ASCENT39 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.3 · 106
DOG EFFORT1.2 /5 paws
PARKING40 m away
Nearest emergency vetChristchurch After Hours Veterinary Centre, Christchurch~10 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
03 366 1052
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.

Forest shadeA popular track, busy on weekends

About Bottle Lake Green Track Loop

Bottle Lake Green Track Loop covers 2.1 km, near Christchurch in Canterbury, walked as a loop.

Expect easy going, with around 39 m of climb, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Along the way there are native forest and wildflowers. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.3 / 5 across 106 reviews.

Stay nearby

Dog-friendly DOC campsites close to the trailhead, sort out the sleep, then walk.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Bottle Lake Green Track Loop?

Dogs are welcome on Bottle Lake Green Track Loop on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Bottle Lake Green Track Loop?

Bottle Lake Green Track Loop is 2.1 km with roughly 39 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Bottle Lake Green Track Loop?

Yes. The closest is Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite, about 17 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

Hikes nearby

The closest dog-friendly tracks to this trailhead, by straight-line distance.

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Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Moderate.
EasyChristchurch
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Swim spotShadeGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
EasyChristchurch
3.1 km↑0 m0.5–1 hr★4.0 rating
Swim spotShadeGood with kids
Dog verdict: On-lead. Difficulty: Easy.
ModerateChristchurch
13 km↑0 m3–3.5 hr★4.5 rating
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Dog verdict: Off-lead OK. Difficulty: Moderate.

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