Runs along Mount Grey / Maukatere Loop, which is the longer route the map draws through here. This is its own walk, with its own trailhead and its own page.
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Dogs allowedHard

Mt Grey Walking Track

Canterbury

123455.8 km912 m
↑ 660 m gain↓ 19 m descenthigh 912 msteepest 59 %
DISTANCE5.8 km
ASCENT660 m
DURATION2h 15m
STEEPEST59 %

Route and dog-access details for this walk come from the Department of Conservation, licensed CC BY 4.0. Evidence: coded dog-access data in the licensed source. How we check dog rules.

Nearest emergency vetChristchurch After Hours Veterinary Centre, Christchurch~50 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
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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 trackBest in summer; snow and ice at altitude in winter

About Mt Grey Walking Track

Mt Grey Walking Track is a long walk of 5.8 km, in Canterbury.

Expect hard going, with around 660 m of climb, pitching up to 59 % at its steepest, and takes about 2h 15m 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 Mt Grey Walking Track?

Yes. Dogs are welcome on Mt Grey Walking Track, per the Department of Conservation listing for this track. Watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Mt Grey Walking Track?

Mt Grey Walking Track is 5.8 km with roughly 660 m of climb and takes about 2h 15m.

From the pack

Walked and logged 4 times by the pack, 2 proven with a photo. first proven by Rachael & Ranger.

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EasyKaiapoi
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