Runs along Mount Thomas Loop via Summit and Ridge Tracks, which is the longer route the map draws through here. This is its own walk, with its own trailhead and its own page.
-43.19209, 172.33636
Dogs allowedHard

Summit Track

Canterbury

0.511.522.53.1 km1005 m
↑ 668 m gain↓ 0 m descenthigh 1005 msteepest 80 %
DISTANCE3.1 km
ASCENT668 m
DURATION1h 44m
STEEPEST80 %

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.

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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 Summit Track

This moderate-length walk follows 3.1 km, in Canterbury.

It sits at the hard end and gains roughly 668 m, pitching up to 80 % at its steepest, and takes about 1h 44m 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 Summit Track?

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

How long is Summit Track?

Summit Track is 3.1 km with roughly 668 m of climb and takes about 1h 44m.

From the pack

Walked and logged 2 times by the pack, 1 proven with a photo. first proven by Ashleigh & Billie.

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