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Garden Of Tane Loop

Akaroa · Canterbury · Loop

↑ 21 m gain↓ 18 m descenthigh 39 msteepest 10 %
DISTANCE1.0 km
ASCENT21 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST10 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.5 · 44
DOG EFFORT1.8 /5 paws
PARKING180 m away
DirectionsApple MapsForecast at the trailheadDownload GPXSend the start point to your phone
Nearest emergency vetChristchurch After Hours Veterinary Centre, Christchurch~45 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
03 366 1052
The route

Good to know

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

Forest shadeGood with kidsKissing gate on route

About Garden Of Tane Loop

Garden Of Tane Loop covers 1.0 km, near Akaroa in Canterbury, walked as a loop.

Graded moderate, it climbs about 21 m overall, pitching up to 10 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

The track takes in native forest and big views. Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one. Hikers rate it 4.5 / 5 across 44 reviews.

Stay nearby

Dog-friendly DOC campsites close to the trailhead, sort out the sleep, then walk.

Stay & walk

Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite

27.9 km awayCampsite details →
Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Garden Of Tane Loop?

Yes. Garden Of Tane Loop 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 Garden Of Tane Loop?

Garden Of Tane Loop is 1.0 km with roughly 21 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Garden Of Tane Loop?

Yes. The closest is Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite, about 28 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

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Hikes nearby

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

Newton’s Waterfall from Akaroa

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4.3 km↑183 m1–1.5 hr★4.3 rating
Swim spotShadeGood with kids

Newtons Waterfall Walk

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0.6 km↑36 m0.5–1 hr★4.7 rating
Swim spotShadeGood with kids

Akaroa Childrens Walkway Loop

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7.9 km↑254 m2.5–3 hr★4.3 rating
Swim spotShadeGood with kids

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On a curated trip

This track is one leg of a longer dog-friendly route.

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