On-leadModerate
Crater Rim Walkway: Godley Head to Breeze Col
Christchurch · Canterbury · Out & Back
↑ 83 m gain↓ 80 m descenthigh 195 msteepest 14 %
DISTANCE3.5 km
ASCENT83 m
DURATION1–1.5 hr
STEEPEST14 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.8 · 45
DOG EFFORT2.3 /5 paws
PARKING30 m away
Nearest emergency vetChristchurch After Hours Veterinary Centre, Christchurch
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.
Christchurch City Council maps this area as on-lead at Godley Head Walkway. Council zones can be tight, so check the local signs on the day. How we check dog rules.
Open track, carry water for the dogA popular track, busy on weekends3 stiles on route
About Crater Rim Walkway: Godley Head to Breeze Col
Crater Rim Walkway: Godley Head to Breeze Col covers 3.5 km, near Christchurch in Canterbury, walked as an out-and-back.
Expect moderate going, with around 83 m of climb, pitching up to 14 % at its steepest, and takes about 1–1.5 hr to walk.
The track takes in big views and historic sites. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.8 / 5 across 45 reviews.