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On-leadEasy

Burnside Park Loop

Christchurch · Canterbury · Loop

↑ 3 m gain↓ 0 m descenthigh 23 msteepest 1 %
DISTANCE2.3 km
ASCENT40 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST1 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 3.6 · 195
DOG EFFORT1.3 /5 paws
PARKING190 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.

Open track, carry water for the dogGood with kids

About Burnside Park Loop

Near Christchurch in Canterbury, Burnside Park Loop runs 2.3 km as a loop.

Expect easy going, with around 40 m of climb, pitching up to 1 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Walkers come for big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 3.6 / 5 across 195 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 Burnside Park Loop?

Dogs are welcome on Burnside Park Loop on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Burnside Park Loop?

Burnside Park Loop is 2.3 km with roughly 40 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Burnside Park Loop?

Yes. The closest is Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite, about 22 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

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