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Off-lead OKEasy

Waterfall (Dog Stream) Track

Canterbury

0.511.52.0 km855 m
↑ 0 m gain↓ 356 m descenthigh 855 msteepest 52 %
DISTANCE2.0 km
DURATION23m
STEEPEST52 %
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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~135 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
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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 Waterfall (Dog Stream) Track

Waterfall (Dog Stream) Track covers 2.0 km, in Canterbury, walked as a track.

Graded easy, it stays flat overall, and takes about 23m to walk.

Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Waterfall (Dog Stream) Track?

Yes. Waterfall (Dog Stream) 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 Waterfall (Dog Stream) Track?

Waterfall (Dog Stream) Track is 2.0 km with barely any climb and takes about 23m.

Where dogs are welcome in NZGear checklist for dog hikes

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