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Akaroa Walks
Track Status:
1
Boardwalk to Childrens Bay
Easy access short walk suitable for all abilities, wheelchair assisted, pushchairs10 mins one way
Dogs allowed under effective control - *Asterisk displayed when further Dog Access Restrictions applyBeautiful views. Beach is mudflat.
Track Status:
Open
Beautiful views. Beach is mudflat. Dogs allowed. Also gives access to Childrens Bay Farm tramp – no dogs on tramp.
Track features:
Coastal, Track formed, Road walking
Coastal, Track formed, Road walking
Obtain "Akaroa Village WalksAkaroa Village Walks, Akaroa “Five Historic Walks” by Akaroa Civic Trust" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk.
Available from:
- Little River Gallery, Main Road, Little River, 03 325 1944
- Akaroa Adventure Centre, 74 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, 03 304 7784
- Lyttelton Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
- DOC Visitor Centre, Botanic Gardens, Christchurch, 03 379 4082
- Scorpio Books, 113 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 03-389-2882
- Little River Information Station, Old Railway Building, Main Highway, 03 325 1320
- Akaroa Adventure Centre, 74 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, 03 304 7784
2
Explore Akaroa’s bush backdrop
Well formed track surface. Easy flat walking½ an hour – 3 hours one way
Dogs on leads - *Asterisk displayed when further Dog Access Restrictions applyRoute linking all the bush reserves in Akaroa township – L’Aube Hill, Stanley Park and Garden of Tane.
Track Status:
Open
Route linking all the bush reserves in Akaroa township – L’Aube Hill, Stanley Park and Garden of Tane.
Track features:
Native bush, Coastal, Historic, Track formed, Road walking
Native bush, Coastal, Historic, Track formed, Road walking
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Obtain "Akaroa Village Walks" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk.
Available from:
- Little River Gallery, Main Road, Little River, 03 325 1944
- Akaroa Adventure Centre, 74 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, 03 304 7784
- Lyttelton Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
- DOC Visitor Centre, Botanic Gardens, Christchurch, 03 379 4082
- Scorpio Books, 113 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 03-389-2882
- Little River Information Station, Old Railway Building, Main Highway, 03 325 1320
3
French Cemetery
Gentle walking on formed track. Some up and down hill¾ hour circular
Dogs allowed under effective control - *Asterisk displayed when further Dog Access Restrictions applyHistoric cemetery.
Track Status:
Open
Short climb to the oldest Christian cemetery in the South Island and a tranquil beauty spot.
Track features:
Native bush, Historic, Track formed, Sign posted, Road walking
Native bush, Historic, Track formed, Sign posted, Road walking
Obtain "Akaroa Village Walks" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk.
Available from:
- Little River Gallery, Main Road, Little River, 03 325 1944
- Akaroa Adventure Centre, 74 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, 03 304 7784
- Lyttelton Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
- DOC Visitor Centre, Botanic Gardens, Christchurch, 03 379 4082
- Scorpio Books, 113 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 03-389-2882
- Little River Information Station, Old Railway Building, Main Highway, 03 325 1320
4
Stanley Park
Gentle walking on formed track. Some up and down hill½ hour circular
Dogs on leads - *Asterisk displayed when further Dog Access Restrictions applyRural walk on working farm.
Track Status:
Open
Rural park with grazing sheep. Keep dogs on leads during lambing.
Track features:
Native bush
Native bush
Obtain "Akaroa Village Walks" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk.
Available from:
- Little River Gallery, Main Road, Little River, 03 325 1944
- Akaroa Adventure Centre, 74 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, 03 304 7784
- Lyttelton Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
- DOC Visitor Centre, Botanic Gardens, Christchurch, 03 379 4082
- Scorpio Books, 113 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 03-389-2882
- Little River Information Station, Old Railway Building, Main Highway, 03 325 1320
5
Garden of Tane
Gentle walking on formed track. Some up and down hillMany tracks up to 1 hour circular
Dogs on leads - *Asterisk displayed when further Dog Access Restrictions applyFamily fun, native bush.
Track Status:
Open
Explore a maze of tracks in bush area. Fun for kids, hear the birds, lovely views and access to historic cemeteries.
Track features:
Native bush, Coastal, Historic, Track formed
Native bush, Coastal, Historic, Track formed
Obtain "Akaroa Village Walks" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk.
Available from:
- Little River Gallery, Main Road, Little River, 03 325 1944
- Akaroa Adventure Centre, 74 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, 03 304 7784
- Lyttelton Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
- DOC Visitor Centre, Botanic Gardens, Christchurch, 03 379 4082
- Scorpio Books, 113 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 03-389-2882
- Little River Information Station, Old Railway Building, Main Highway, 03 325 1320
6
Garden Graveyards
Gentle walking on formed track. Some up and down hill1 hour circular
Dogs on leads - *Asterisk displayed when further Dog Access Restrictions applyHistoric cemeteries and native bush.
Track Status:
Open
Visit the historic Roman Catholic, Dissenters and Anglican cemeteries combined with a bush walk.
Track features:
Native bush, Historic, Track formed, Sign posted, Road walking
Native bush, Historic, Track formed, Sign posted, Road walking
Obtain "Akaroa Village Walks" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk.
Available from:
- Little River Gallery, Main Road, Little River, 03 325 1944
- Akaroa Adventure Centre, 74 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, 03 304 7784
- Lyttelton Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
- DOC Visitor Centre, Botanic Gardens, Christchurch, 03 379 4082
- Scorpio Books, 113 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 03-389-2882
- Little River Information Station, Old Railway Building, Main Highway, 03 325 1320
7
Lighthouse and Monument
Well formed track surface. Easy flat walking1 hour circular
Dogs on leads - *Asterisk displayed when further Dog Access Restrictions applyHistoric lighthouse and monument.
Track Status:
Open
Visit the Lighthouse and the Britomart Monument site. See the Union Jack flying as it did in 1840 when the French arrived.
Track features:
Native bush, Coastal, Historic, Track formed, Sign posted, Road walking
Native bush, Coastal, Historic, Track formed, Sign posted, Road walking
Obtain "Akaroa Village Walks" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk.
Available from:
- Little River Gallery, Main Road, Little River, 03 325 1944
- Akaroa Adventure Centre, 74 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, 03 304 7784
- Lyttelton Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
- DOC Visitor Centre, Botanic Gardens, Christchurch, 03 379 4082
- Scorpio Books, 113 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 03-389-2882
- Little River Information Station, Old Railway Building, Main Highway, 03 325 1320
8
Audio Guide
Easy access short walk suitable for all abilities, wheelchair assisted, pushchairs1½ hours return
Dogs on leads - *Asterisk displayed when further Dog Access Restrictions applySelf guided audio tour.
Track Status:
Not currently operating
Self guided audio tour on town streets. Many stories of French settlers and early Akaroa. Route not shown on map.
Track features:
Coastal, Historic, Track formed, Road walking
Coastal, Historic, Track formed, Road walking
9
Akaroa Civic Trust
Gentle walking on formed track. Some up and down hill½ hour to full day
Dogs on leads - *Asterisk displayed when further Dog Access Restrictions apply5 historic town walks.
Track Status:
Open
Souvenir booklet with 5 walks on town streets in town centre, packed with historic information. Route not shown on map.
Track features:
Coastal, Historic, Track formed, Road walking
Coastal, Historic, Track formed, Road walking
Obtain "Akaroa “Five Historic Walks” by Akaroa Civic Trust" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk.
Available from:
- Akaroa Adventure Centre, 74 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, 03 304 7784
Akaroa Tramps/Hikes
Track Status:
1
Woodills North
Track mostly unformed but with direction markers. Prolonged up and down hill2 hours circular
Dogs on leads - *Asterisk displayed when further Dog Access Restrictions applyCombine with Woodills South for a 2½ hour walk.
Track Status:
Open
Combine with Woodills South for a 2½ hour walk. Optional visit to heritage park, add ½ hour. Ford stream at Tree Crop Farm.
Track features:
Native bush, Sign posted, Road walking
Native bush, Sign posted, Road walking
Obtain "Akaroa Country Walks" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk
Available from:
- Akaroa Adventure Centre, 74 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, 03 304 7784
- Little River Gallery, Main Road, Little River, 03 325 1944
- DOC Visitor Centre, Botanic Gardens, Christchurch, 03 379 4082
- Little River Information Station, Old Railway Building, Main Highway, 03 325 1320
- Lyttelton Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
- Scorpio Books, 113 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 03-389-2882
2
Woodills South
Easy tramping track - well formed track1½ hours circular
Prohibited Combine with Woodills North for a 2½ hour walk.
Track Status:
Open
Delightful circular walk from Akaroa including historic streets, bush walk and good views. Best done in conjunction with Woodills North.
Track features:
Native bush, Sign posted, Road walking
Native bush, Sign posted, Road walking
Obtain "Akaroa Country Walks" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk
Available from:
- Akaroa Adventure Centre, 74 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, 03 304 7784
- Little River Gallery, Main Road, Little River, 03 325 1944
- DOC Visitor Centre, Botanic Gardens, Christchurch, 03 379 4082
- Little River Information Station, Old Railway Building, Main Highway, 03 325 1320
- Lyttelton Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
- Scorpio Books, 113 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 03-389-2882
3
Heritage Park
Gentle walking on formed track. Some up and down hill20 mins circular
Dogs allowed under effective control - *Asterisk displayed when further Dog Access Restrictions applyFine views and commemorative trees.
Track Status:
Open
Features trees planted to commemorate personal and community occasions. Fine views. Vehicle access and parking from Long Bay Road.
Track features:
Native bush, Track formed, Sign posted
Native bush, Track formed, Sign posted
Obtain "Akaroa Country Walks" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk
Available from:
- Akaroa Adventure Centre, 74 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, 03 304 7784
- Little River Gallery, Main Road, Little River, 03 325 1944
- DOC Visitor Centre, Botanic Gardens, Christchurch, 03 379 4082
- Little River Information Station, Old Railway Building, Main Highway, 03 325 1320
- Lyttelton Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
- Scorpio Books, 113 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 03-389-2882
4
Round the Mountain via Curry Track
Track mostly unformed but with direction markers. Prolonged up and down hill 4 hours circular
Prohibited Superb walk visiting Purple Peak Curry Reserve.
Track Status:
Open
Superb walk from Akaroa via Woodills North to Purple Peak Curry Reserve. Enjoy regenerating and old growth forest, visit Frank Worsley's childhood home site, and make a circuit round Purple Peak on Curry Track before descending. Shorter options - drive to Heritage Park or make a half circuit via Grehan Valley. Skyline Beech is a short side track along the ridgeline.
Track features:
Native bush, Summit, Historic, Track formed, Sign posted, Road walking
Native bush, Summit, Historic, Track formed, Sign posted, Road walking
Obtain "Akaroa Country Walks" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk
Available from:
- Akaroa Adventure Centre, 74 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, 03 304 7784
- Little River Gallery, Main Road, Little River, 03 325 1944
- DOC Visitor Centre, Botanic Gardens, Christchurch, 03 379 4082
- Little River Information Station, Old Railway Building, Main Highway, 03 325 1320
- Lyttelton Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
- Scorpio Books, 113 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 03-389-2882
5
Skyline Circuit
Track mostly unformed but with direction markers. Prolonged up and down hill4-7 hours circular
Prohibited Foot access to Hinewai Reserve.
Track Status:
Open
Climb Stony Bay Peak in fine weather or use Paripai shortcut for a gentler less exposed walk. Route also provides access on foot from Akaroa to Hinewai Reserve.
Track features:
Native bush, Summit, Track formed, Sign posted, Road walking
Native bush, Summit, Track formed, Sign posted, Road walking
Obtain "Akaroa Country Walks" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk
Available from:
- Akaroa Adventure Centre, 74 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, 03 304 7784
- Little River Gallery, Main Road, Little River, 03 325 1944
- DOC Visitor Centre, Botanic Gardens, Christchurch, 03 379 4082
- Little River Information Station, Old Railway Building, Main Highway, 03 325 1320
- Lyttelton Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
- Scorpio Books, 113 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 03-389-2882
6
Misty Peaks
Track mostly unformed but with direction markers. Prolonged up and down hill
Intermediate: Steep slopes, avoidable obstacles, poor traction3 hours return
Prohibited There and back ridgeline walk or full day circular walk from Akaroa
Track Status:
Open
Allow three hours for a there and back ridge walk, 4 to 7 hours for a circular walk from village or combine with Skyline circuit adding an extra 1½ hour ridge walk.
Track features:
Summit, Sign posted, Road walking
Summit, Sign posted, Road walking
Obtain "Akaroa Country Walks" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk
Available from:
- Akaroa Adventure Centre, 74 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, 03 304 7784
- Little River Gallery, Main Road, Little River, 03 325 1944
- DOC Visitor Centre, Botanic Gardens, Christchurch, 03 379 4082
- Little River Information Station, Old Railway Building, Main Highway, 03 325 1320
- Lyttelton Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
- Scorpio Books, 113 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 03-389-2882
7
Newton’s Waterfall
Gentle walking on formed track. Some up and down hill1 hour return
Dogs on leads - *Asterisk displayed when further Dog Access Restrictions applyRoad walk to waterfall.
Track Status:
Open
Walk via quiet Aylmers Valley Road, or drive to the end (limited parking) for a 10 minute walk to the waterfall.
Track features:
Native bush, Track formed, Sign posted, Road walking
Native bush, Track formed, Sign posted, Road walking
Obtain "Akaroa Country Walks" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk
Available from:
- Akaroa Adventure Centre, 74 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, 03 304 7784
- Little River Gallery, Main Road, Little River, 03 325 1944
- DOC Visitor Centre, Botanic Gardens, Christchurch, 03 379 4082
- Little River Information Station, Old Railway Building, Main Highway, 03 325 1320
- Lyttelton Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
- Scorpio Books, 113 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 03-389-2882
8
Childrens Bay Farm Walkway
Gentle walking on formed track. Some up and down hill3 hours circular
Prohibited Delightful walk over headland.
Track Status:
Open, detour in Takamatua along road
Delightful walk over headland from Akaroa to Takamatua with amazing views. Also known as the Rhino walk. Optional circular return on quiet back roads.
Track features:
Native bush, Coastal, Sign posted, Road walking
Native bush, Coastal, Sign posted, Road walking
Obtain "Akaroa Country Walks" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk
Available from:
- Akaroa Adventure Centre, 74 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, 03 304 7784
- Little River Gallery, Main Road, Little River, 03 325 1944
- DOC Visitor Centre, Botanic Gardens, Christchurch, 03 379 4082
- Little River Information Station, Old Railway Building, Main Highway, 03 325 1320
- Lyttelton Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
- Scorpio Books, 113 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 03-389-2882
