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Dogs allowedEasy

Waitohi Bush

Waitohi · Canterbury

[]0.6 km229 m
↑ 6 m gain↓ 40 m descenthigh 229 msteepest 27 %
DISTANCE0.6 km
ASCENT6 m
DURATION8m
STEEPEST27 %

Route and dog-access details for this walk come from the Herenga ā Nuku Aotearoa and the contributing council, 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 track

About Waitohi Bush

Waitohi Bush is a short walk of 0.6 km, near Waitohi in Canterbury.

It sits at the easy end and gains roughly 6 m, pitching up to 27 % at its steepest, and takes about 8m to walk.

Dogs are allowed here, on the lead.

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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Waitohi Bush?

Yes. Dogs are welcome on Waitohi Bush, per the council access data for this track. Watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Waitohi Bush?

Waitohi Bush is 0.6 km with roughly 6 m of climb and takes about 8m.

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