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On-leadModerate

Opihi River Track

Opihi River Stop Banks · Canterbury

↑ 29 m gain↓ 25 m descenthigh 74 msteepest 15 %
DISTANCE5.3 km
ASCENT29 m
DURATION1h 7m
STEEPEST15 %
Nearest emergency vetChristchurch After Hours Veterinary Centre, Christchurch~165 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
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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.

Open track, carry water for the dogUsually a quiet track

About Opihi River Track

Opihi River Track covers 5.3 km, near Opihi River Stop Banks in Canterbury, walked as a track.

It sits at the moderate end and gains roughly 29 m, pitching up to 15 % at its steepest, and takes about 1h 7m to walk.

Dogs are welcome here on the lead.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Opihi River Track?

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

How long is Opihi River Track?

Opihi River Track is 5.3 km with roughly 29 m of climb and takes about 1h 7m.

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