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Foster Park Loop Track

Rolleston · Canterbury · Loop

↑ 0 m gain↓ 0 m descenthigh 47 msteepest 1 %
DISTANCE2.4 km
ASCENT60 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST1 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.3 · 35
DOG EFFORT1.3 /5 paws
PARKING70 m away
Nearest emergency vetChristchurch After Hours Veterinary Centre, Christchurch~25 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 dogPaw-friendly sealed surfaceGood with kids

About Foster Park Loop Track

Near Rolleston in Canterbury, Foster Park Loop Track runs 2.4 km as a loop.

It sits at the easy end and gains roughly 60 m, 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 4.3 / 5 across 35 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 Foster Park Loop Track?

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

How long is Foster Park Loop Track?

Foster Park Loop Track is 2.4 km with roughly 60 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Foster Park Loop Track?

Yes. The closest is Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite, about 34 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

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