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Off-lead OKEasy

Lake Emma To Lake Camp Track

Canterbury

1234.1 km721 m
↑ 8 m gain↓ 75 m descenthigh 721 msteepest 8 %
DISTANCE4.1 km
ASCENT8 m
DURATION49m
STEEPEST8 %
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Nearest emergency vetChristchurch After Hours Veterinary Centre, Christchurch~145 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.

Open track, carry water for the dogUsually a quiet track

About Lake Emma To Lake Camp Track

This moderate-length track follows 4.1 km as a track, in Canterbury.

Graded easy, it climbs about 8 m overall, pitching up to 8 % at its steepest, and takes about 49m to walk.

Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Lake Emma To Lake Camp Track?

Yes. Lake Emma To Lake Camp Track 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 Lake Emma To Lake Camp Track?

Lake Emma To Lake Camp Track is 4.1 km with roughly 8 m of climb and takes about 49m.

Where dogs are welcome in NZGear checklist for dog hikes

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