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LYTTELTON Walks

Track Status:
1
Coastal Walk to Pony Point Reserve
Walk familyWell formed track surface. Easy flat walking
2 hours one way
Dogs allowed under effective control
*
Dogs allowed under effective control - *Asterisk displayed when further Dog Access Restrictions apply
A coastal meander with views over Lyttlelton port visiting historic sites and sandy swimming beaches.
Track Status:

Track closed from Cass Bay to Pony Point

A coastal meander with views over Lyttlelton port visiting historic sites, sandy swimming beaches and ending at an elevated scenic reserve. Ideal for families and part of the Head to Head walkway.
*Dogs on short leash on beaches 1 Dec-1 Mar 9am-7pm and at all times in Pony Point

Note track closed from Cass Bay to Pony Point due to multiple slips.

Track features:
Native bush, Coastal, Historic, Track formed, Sign posted, Road walking
Obtain "Lyttelton Town and Hills Walks" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk.
Available from:
  • Lyttelton Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
  • DOC Visitor Centre, 28 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch 8140, 03 379 4082
  • Motukarara Native Plant Nursery (DOC), Park Rd, Waihora Park, Motukarara, Christchurch 7672, 03-329 7846
  • Download brochure
*Dog access restrictions:
Dogs on short leash on beaches 1 Dec – 1 Mar 9am – 7pm and at all times in Pony Point.
2
Nooks and Crannies
Walk formed trackGentle walking on formed track. Some up and down hill
3 hour circular
Dogs on leadsDogs on leads - *Asterisk displayed when further Dog Access Restrictions apply
Explore the nooks and crannies that make the historical port town of Lyttelton so interesting.
Track Status:

Open

Explore the nooks and crannies that make the historical port town of Lyttelton so interesting. Some strenuous street climbs and uneven surfaces.

Track features:
Native bush, Coastal, Summit, Historic, Track formed, Sign posted, Road walking
Obtain "Lyttelton Town and Hills Walks" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk.
Available from:
  • Lyttelton Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
  • DOC Visitor Centre, 28 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch 8140, 03 379 4082
  • Motukarara Native Plant Nursery (DOC), Park Rd, Waihora Park, Motukarara, Christchurch 7672, 03-329 7846
  • Download brochure

LYTTELTON Tramps/Hikes

Track Status:
1
Urumau Loop
Tramp unformed trackTrack mostly unformed but with direction markers. Prolonged up and down hill
3.5 hour circular
Dogs on leadsDogs on leads - *Asterisk displayed when further Dog Access Restrictions apply
For the nimble-footed who like scrambling up rocks and narrow cliff paths.
Track Status:

Open

For the nimble-footed who like scrambling up rocks and narrow cliff paths. This walk has magnificent vistas over Whakaraupo¯ /Lyttelton harbour, Sumner and Christchurch. This tramp includes steep hill climbs that are on oat-like tracks and is unsuitable after heavy rain. Beware of rock fall danger.

Track features:
Native bush, Summit, Sign posted
Obtain "Lyttelton Town and Hills Walks" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk.
Available from:
  • Lyttelton Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
  • DOC Visitor Centre, 28 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch 8140, 03 379 4082
  • Motukarara Native Plant Nursery (DOC), Park Rd, Waihora Park, Motukarara, Christchurch 7672, 03-329 7846
  • Download brochure
2
Whakaraupo Loop
Tramp unformed trackTrack mostly unformed but with direction markers. Prolonged up and down hill
2 hours circular
Dogs on leadsDogs on leads - *Asterisk displayed when further Dog Access Restrictions apply
A bracing loop walk with great views that takes you up through Whakaraupo Reserve on the Stan Helms Track and back down the historic Bridle Path.
Track Status:

Open

A bracing loop walk with great views that takes you up through Whakaraupo Reserve on the Stan Helms Track and back down the historic Bridle Path. This tramp includes steep hill climbs. Beware of rock fall danger.

Track features:
Native bush, Summit, Historic, Track formed, Sign posted
Obtain "Lyttelton Town and Hills Walks" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk.
Available from:
  • Lyttelton Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
  • DOC Visitor Centre, 28 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch 8140, 03 379 4082
  • Motukarara Native Plant Nursery (DOC), Park Rd, Waihora Park, Motukarara, Christchurch 7672, 03-329 7846
  • Download brochure
3
Ōhinehou Skyline Circuit
Tramp unformed trackTrack mostly unformed but with direction markers. Prolonged up and down hill
3 hour circular
Dogs on leadsDogs on leads - *Asterisk displayed when further Dog Access Restrictions apply
This tramp includes steep hill climbs. Beware of rock fall danger.
Track Status:

A tramp up the rugged, steep Major Hornbrook track, with fantastic views over Lyttelton/Whakaraupo Harbour and beyond Christchurch/Otautahi to the Southern Alps. Return via the historic Bridle Path. This tramp includes steep hill climbs. Beware of rock fall danger.

Track features:
Native bush, Summit, Track formed, Sign posted
Obtain "Lyttelton Town and Hills Walks" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk.
Available from:
  • Lyttelton Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
  • DOC Visitor Centre, 28 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch 8140, 03 379 4082
  • Motukarara Native Plant Nursery (DOC), Park Rd, Waihora Park, Motukarara, Christchurch 7672, 03-329 7846
  • Download brochure
Key to Map and Table
Walks
Walks on roads
Easy access short walk suitable for all abilities, wheelchair assisted, pushchairs.
Well formed track surface. Easy flat walking.
Gentle walking on formed track. Some up and down hill.
Tramps/Hikes
Tramps/Hikes on Roads
Unformed routes
Easy tramping track - well formed track.
Track mostly unformed but with direction markers. Prolonged up and down hill.
Route: unformed and roug surface. No marking.
Biking
Easiest: Flat wide smooth track or gravel road.
Easy: Gentle climbs on smooth track.
Intermediate: Steep slopes, avoidable obsacles, poor traction.
Advanced: Challenging, steep slopes, narrow, avoidable obstacles, poor traction.
Dog regulations
Dogs allowed under effective control.
Dogs on leads
Prohibited
*Asterisk means refer to notes column for additional regulations.
Shelter
Serviced DOC hut
Picnic shelter.