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Off-lead OKHard

Te Araroa Double Hut To Lake Emily

Canterbury

↑ 240 m gain↓ 85 m descenthigh 840 msteepest 28 %

DISTANCE9.6 km

ASCENT240 m

DURATION2h 18m

STEEPEST28 %

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Nearest emergency vetChristchurch After Hours Veterinary Centre, Christchurch~130 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 track

About Te Araroa Double Hut To Lake Emily

Te Araroa Double Hut To Lake Emily covers 9.6 km, in Canterbury, walked as a track.

Expect hard going, with around 240 m of climb, pitching up to 28 % at its steepest, and takes about 2h 18m to walk.

Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Te Araroa Double Hut To Lake Emily?

Yes. Te Araroa Double Hut To Lake Emily 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 Te Araroa Double Hut To Lake Emily?

Te Araroa Double Hut To Lake Emily is 9.6 km with roughly 240 m of climb and takes about 2h 18m.

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