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On-leadModerate

Godley Head Out-and-Back from Taylors Mistake

Christchurch · Canterbury · Out & Back

↑ 221 m gain↓ 220 m descenthigh 130 msteepest 16 %

DISTANCE8.4 km

ASCENT221 m

DURATION2–2.5 hr

STEEPEST16 %

ROUTEOut & Back

RATING · HIKERS 4.7 · 674

DOG EFFORT2.9 /5 paws

PARKING40 m away

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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.

Beach swimOpen track, carry water for the dogGood with kidsA popular track, busy on weekendsStile on route

About Godley Head Out-and-Back from Taylors Mistake

Near Christchurch in Canterbury, Godley Head Out-and-Back from Taylors Mistake runs 8.4 km as an out-and-back.

Graded moderate, it climbs about 221 m overall, pitching up to 16 % at its steepest, and takes about 2–2.5 hr to walk.

Along the way there are beach walking, big views, wildlife, and historic sites. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.7 / 5 across 674 reviews.

Stay nearby

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

Stay & walk

Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite

2.3 km awayCampsite details →Stay & walk

Wooded Gully Campsite

56.2 km awayCampsite details →

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Godley Head Out-and-Back from Taylors Mistake?

Dogs are welcome on Godley Head Out-and-Back from Taylors Mistake on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Godley Head Out-and-Back from Taylors Mistake?

Godley Head Out-and-Back from Taylors Mistake is 8.4 km with roughly 221 m of climb and takes about 2–2.5 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Godley Head Out-and-Back from Taylors Mistake?

Yes, the track has beach access where a dog can cool off. In warm months check the LAWA water quality map for toxic algae warnings first.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Godley Head Out-and-Back from Taylors Mistake?

Yes. The closest is Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite, about 2 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

Hikes nearby

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

Godley Head Loop Pilgrims Way

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Godley Head Walkway and Taylors Mistake Loop

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Swim spotShade

Taylors Mistake to Black Rock Point

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Swim spotGood with kids

Awaroa/Godley Head Loop Track