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Off-lead OKEasy

Totara Track

Canterbury

↑ 4 m gain↓ 0 m descenthigh 182 msteepest 3 %
DISTANCE0.3 km
DURATION3m
STEEPEST3 %
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Route and dog-access details for this walk come from the Department of Conservation, licensed CC BY 4.0.

Nearest emergency vetChristchurch After Hours Veterinary Centre, Christchurch~145 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
03 366 1052
The route

Good to know

Dogs can run off-lead here, one of only 287 tracks in Aotearoa where that’s allowed.

Open track, carry water for the dogUsually a quiet track

About Totara Track

Totara Track is a track of 0.3 km, in Canterbury.

Graded easy, it stays flat overall, and takes about 3m to walk.

Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Totara Track?

Yes. Totara Track is one of only 287 tracks in New Zealand where dogs can legally run off the lead. Check for seasonal wildlife closures before you unclip.

How long is Totara Track?

Totara Track is 0.3 km with barely any climb and takes about 3m.

Where dogs are welcome in NZGear checklist for dog hikes

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