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On-leadModerate

Ryde Falls Track

Canterbury

123456.4 km559 m
↑ 309 m gain↓ 133 m descenthigh 559 msteepest 39 %
DISTANCE6.4 km
ASCENT309 m
DURATION1h 47m
STEEPEST39 %
Nearest emergency vetChristchurch After Hours Veterinary Centre, Christchurch~60 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.

Open track, carry water for the dogUsually a quiet track

About Ryde Falls Track

Ryde Falls Track covers 6.4 km, in Canterbury, walked as a track.

Expect moderate going, with around 309 m of climb, pitching up to 39 % at its steepest, and takes about 1h 47m to walk.

Dogs are welcome here on the lead.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Ryde Falls Track?

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

How long is Ryde Falls Track?

Ryde Falls Track is 6.4 km with roughly 309 m of climb and takes about 1h 47m.

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