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On-leadModerate

Ohinetahi Reserve

Lyttelton · Canterbury · Loop

12345.7 km469 m
↑ 341 m gain↓ 335 m descenthigh 469 msteepest 46 %
DISTANCE5.8 km
ASCENT341 m
DURATION2–2.5 hr
STEEPEST46 %
ROUTELoop
RATING · HIKERS 4.3 · 138
DOG EFFORT4.0 /5 paws
PARKING10 m away
DirectionsApple MapsForecast at the trailheadDownload GPXSend the start point to your phone
Nearest emergency vetChristchurch After Hours Veterinary Centre, Christchurch~10 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.

Forest shadeA popular track, busy on weekends

About Ohinetahi Reserve

Ohinetahi Reserve covers 5.8 km, near Lyttelton in Canterbury, walked as a loop.

Graded moderate, it climbs about 341 m overall, pitching up to 46 % at its steepest, and takes about 2–2.5 hr to walk.

The track takes in native forest, big views, and wildflowers. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.3 / 5 across 138 reviews.

Stay nearby

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

Stay & walk

Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite

14.3 km awayCampsite details →Stay & walk

Wooded Gully Campsite

53.5 km awayCampsite details →
Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Ohinetahi Reserve?

Dogs are welcome on Ohinetahi Reserve on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Ohinetahi Reserve?

Ohinetahi Reserve is 5.8 km with roughly 341 m of climb and takes about 2–2.5 hr.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Ohinetahi Reserve?

Yes. The closest is Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite, about 14 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

DOC dog-access rulesCamping with your dogGear checklist for dog hikes

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