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On-leadModerate

Crater Rim Track

Canterbury

0.511.522.4 km416 m
↑ 219 m gain↓ 24 m descenthigh 416 msteepest 34 %
DISTANCE2.4 km
ASCENT219 m
DURATION50m
STEEPEST34 %
Nearest emergency vetChristchurch After Hours Veterinary Centre, Christchurch~15 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 dogUsually a quiet track

About Crater Rim Track

In Canterbury, Crater Rim Track runs 2.4 km as a track.

Expect moderate going, with around 219 m of climb, pitching up to 34 % at its steepest, and takes about 50m to walk.

Dogs are welcome here on the lead.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Crater Rim Track?

Dogs are welcome on Crater Rim Track on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Crater Rim Track?

Crater Rim Track is 2.4 km with roughly 219 m of climb and takes about 50m.

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