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Off-lead OKHard

Chatterton River Tracks

Canterbury

↑ 415 m gain↓ 28 m descenthigh 859 msteepest 49 %

DISTANCE3.4 km

ASCENT415 m

DURATION1h 22m

STEEPEST49 %

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Nearest emergency vetChristchurch After Hours Veterinary Centre, Christchurch~135 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)

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The route

Good to know

Dogs can run off-lead here, one of only 323 tracks in Aotearoa where that’s allowed.

Open track, carry water for the dogUsually a quiet track

About Chatterton River Tracks

This moderate-length track follows 3.4 km as a track, in Canterbury.

Graded hard, it climbs about 415 m overall, pitching up to 49 % at its steepest, and takes about 1h 22m to walk.

Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Chatterton River Tracks?

Yes. Chatterton River Tracks is one of only 323 tracks in New Zealand where dogs can legally run off the lead. Check for seasonal wildlife closures before you unclip.

How long is Chatterton River Tracks?

Chatterton River Tracks is 3.4 km with roughly 415 m of climb and takes about 1h 22m.

Hikes nearby

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