Coastal Path Lyttelton

1 hour one way

Start a 7 Park Tce, Lyttelton. A coastal meander with views over Lyttlelton port visiting historic sites, sandy swimming beaches and ending at the Pony Point Reserve. Magazine Bay to Motukauatiiti-Corsair Bay – 15 minutes passing through regenerating forest and pine trees before dropping down to the shore at Corsair Bay, a popular swimming and picnic spot, with toilets, a drinking fountain and pirate-themed playground. Motukauatiiti-Corsair Bay to Motukauatirahi-Cass Bay – 20 minutes from the far side of Corsair Bay beach where it climbs into pine trees on to a longer, narrower section, steep in places with some steps. Cass Bay has a playground with a flying fox, toilets and a grey sands beach. Motukauatirahi-Cass Bay to Otuherekio-Pony Point Reserve – 15 minutes one way Walk to the far end of Cass Beach then a few metres up Bay View Place to pick up the well-formed track just above the playground and toilets. The track through Pony Point Scenic Reserve is a circuit track – a 30-minute round trip. The left-hand route sidles above the boat sheds following the water edge before zig-zagging to reach the summit of the point to a picnic area with native plantings, a pou, and great harbour views. The return track to Cass Bay follows the fence, descending through gum trees. You can also exit the reserve to Governors Bay Road from the top picnic area to a small pull-off for parking. Route warning: During winter tracks can be wet and slippery so please proceed with caution. Click HERE to view the Christchurch City Councils interactive map.