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Off-lead OKHard

Mystery Lake Track

Canterbury

246811.4 km1117 m
↑ 245 m gain↓ 420 m descenthigh 1117 msteepest 28 %
DISTANCE11.4 km
ASCENT245 m
DURATION2h 41m
STEEPEST28 %
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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 trackBest in summer; snow and ice at altitude in winter

About Mystery Lake Track

Mystery Lake Track covers 11.4 km, in Canterbury, walked as a track.

It sits at the hard end and gains roughly 245 m, pitching up to 28 % at its steepest, and takes about 2h 41m to walk.

Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Mystery Lake Track?

Yes. Mystery Lake 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 Mystery Lake Track?

Mystery Lake Track is 11.4 km with roughly 245 m of climb and takes about 2h 41m.

Where dogs are welcome in NZGear checklist for dog hikes

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