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Dogs allowedEasy

Lake Hood River Trail

Canterbury

↑ 0 m gain↓ 16 m descenthigh 83 msteepest 1 %
DISTANCE3.6 km
DURATION42m
STEEPEST1 %

Route and dog-access details for this walk come from the Herenga ā Nuku Aotearoa and the contributing council, licensed CC BY 4.0. Evidence: coded dog-access data in the licensed source. How we check dog rules.

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The route

Good to know

Dogs are allowed here. Keep them on the lead, watch for ground-nesting birds and stock, and read the signs at the gate.

Usually a quiet track

About Lake Hood River Trail

This moderate-length walk follows 3.6 km, in Canterbury.

The Lake Hood Trail runs along the southern bank of the Ashburton River to Lake Hood. It is a wide riverside 8km (one way) track suitable for walkers

Expect easy, near-level going, and takes about 42m to walk.

Dogs are allowed here, on the lead.

Stay nearby

Dog-friendly places to sleep within 25 km of the trailhead, each one with the distance shown. Sort out the stay, then walk.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Lake Hood River Trail?

Yes. Dogs are welcome on Lake Hood River Trail, per the council access data for this track. Watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Lake Hood River Trail?

Lake Hood River Trail is 3.6 km with barely any climb and takes about 42m.

From the pack

Walked and logged 1 time by the pack, 1 proven with a photo. first proven by Lucass & Koda.

Walks nearby

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

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Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Moderate.
EasyAshburton
2.4 km↑3 m0.5–1 hr★4.7 rating
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Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Easy.

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Dog access: Permit needed. Difficulty: Expert.
EasyChristchurch
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Dog access: Dogs allowed. Difficulty: Easy.

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