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Walk & Bike Trails

Central South Island Trail – South Canterbury Portion

This easy track is a great way to see some of the best scenery that the South Island has to offer. The Central South Trail takes you along the countryside from the seaside town of Timaru, through Ple…
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Pareora River Track

Follow along the banks of the Pareora River to the river dam. Limestone rocks provide drama on the banks and tall trees provide plenty of shade. Start by climbing over the stile on the road indicated…
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Mt Nimrod

This track has great views and a waterfall that plummets through a rock arch. From the campground, take the bridge across Nimrod Stream where the loop track takes you on an anti-clockwise circuit of…
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White Pine Track

This loop track starts from the campground, crossing a small stream and then gently climbing to a ridge where there are large kaikahikatea and tōtara. The most impressive is a stately tōtara about th…
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Homebush Track

This loop track starts from the campground, crossing a small stream and then gently climbing to a ridge where there are large kaikahikatea and tōtara. The most impressive is a stately tōtara about th…
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Orari Gorge Track

The track initially follows an old bush tramway, which was used to extract logs. Continue straight on through a mosaic of regenerating trees before climbing to an open high point. The return leg is t…
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Fern Walk

The early part of the track passes through Mills Bush, 16.2 hectares of virgin podocarp forest containing giant lowland tōtara, mataī and kahikatea trees, many of them probably 1000 years old. Their…
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Kahikatea Walk

This track offers flat easy walking, with board walks over wetter areas. Saw pits are a reminder of the fate of most of this forest, with just a remnant of kahikatea swamp forest remaining. Gettin…
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Emily Falls

The track starts on the left a little way up the steep Blandswood/Lookout Road. After a steeper section the track forks left down to Rata Stream. Follow the stream down for 100 m then exit right back…
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Dennistoun Bush

This is a flat, easy walk through 40 hectares of magnificent ancient forest with huge kahikatea, lowland tōtara and mataī. There is a short side trip to one of the historic saw pits in the area. Also…
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Big Tree Walk

There are large mataī, kahikatea and lowland tōtara along the track, some of which are thought to be 1000 years old. The largest tree, a huge lowland tōtara, is almost three metres across. Look out f…
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Allans Track

Follow Acland Falls Track from Te Wanahu Flat and turn left onto Allans Track after about 500 metres. Allans Track then joins Deer Spur before dropping steeply to Fern Walk, which can be followed bac…
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Acland Falls

The track climbs steeply and then drops into a small stream. The falls (14 m), a short walk up the stream bed, are named after J B Acland of Mt Peel Station. The sunnier and drier aspect of this nort…
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Kakahu Escarpment Track

From the car park walk 250 metres to the road bridge where the track leads across paddocks to the limestone cliffs. At the foot of the impressive limestone escarpment are large mushroom-like rocks wh…
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Kakahu Bush Track

This track follows the route of a wooden tramway, which over a century ago, brought marble chips from quarries in the gorge to the Hall Road kiln. Follow the marked farm track around the edge of t…
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River Walk

The riverside walk, located right in the heart of Geraldine, winds its way along the Waihi River taking in Rhododendron Dell, magnificent in spring, as well as a small oasis of native bush found adja…
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Little Kiwi Trail

Time for bed little kiwi! But where is he? Help mum kiwi find him. Follow the signs 1 – 10 around the Temuka Domain, starting at the carpark and help track little kiwi down. Enjoy the walk on the…
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Waitohi Bush

Here you will enjoy unrivalled panoramic views of the district, the abundance of native bird life and the wonderful walks through the native bush. Waitohi Bush features a small campground with a toil…
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Allan Jones Walkway

Walk through to Torepe Fields which features an off-lead dog exercise area and frisbee golf course. Carry on through Torepe Fields and behind the golf course before returning to Domain Avenue for a s…
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Taumatakahu Stream Reserve

Starting at the end of Studholme Street and running through the centre of the township, the walk is an easy, flat track that meanders along the Taumatakahu Stream. Stop to feed the ducks or play on t…
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Opihi River Track

Follow along the stopbank of the Opihi River from Temuka through to Pleasant Point. Stop along the way for a picnic, a swim or a fish. Return the same way you came, or arrange for someone to pick you…
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Tuhawaiki (Jack’s) Point

This walk follows the coast past the historic (1) Tuhawaiki (Jack’s) Point Lighthouse, and offers spectacular coastal views. You can walk, run or bike and it’s also dog friendly. Please ensure any…
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Timaru Botanic Gardens

Wander around Timaru’s stunning Botanic Gardens. There are lots of tracks, you can follow the map or just plot your own course. Start at the Queen Street entrance and follow the road to the left p…
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South Beach Coastal Track

This track has been formed on the edge of a shingle beach. It follows the coast line north towards Timaru harbour and is good for cycling. The sea on one side, where the occasional seal, penguin or s…
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Otipua Wetlands Track

Embark on a journey through the captivating Timaru Otipua Wetlands,  wander along the gravel tracks that wind around the four-hectare lake, offering picturesque views. Marvel at the diverse array…
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Otipua Creek Track

Start on Coonoor Road, across the road from the Saltwater Creek/Coonoor Road walk. This walk follows Saltwater Creek to link up with the Centennial Park walk. Paddocks on both sides of the river p…
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Dashing Rocks Coastal Walk

Experience the beauty of Timaru’s coastline, enjoying panoramic views over Caroline Bay, wandering over ancient lava flows and examining the rocky cliffs that proved treacherous to early shipping…
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Claremont Bush Track

A short, but sweet walk, the Claremont Bush track allows you to take your time and enjoy the native bush and bird life. Keep an eye out for bellbirds (korimako), fantails (piwakawaka) and a rare nati…
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Centennial Park

Centennial Park spans 65 hectares at the edge of the Timaru City limits. In the heart of the park, you’ll find the Centennial Park Lake recreational area. It has ample parking for cars, an expansive…
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Timaru Heritage Trail

Timaru’s city centre features one of New Zealand’s most significant collections of Edwardian buildings. The high quality of the architecture reflects times of growth and prosperity in the district’s…
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Saltwater Creek Track

A well formed, gravel track mostly on the flat follows the winding Saltwater Creek. Start on King Street beside the bridge and follow the track along the north side of the river. If you wish to ke…
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Caroline Bay Track

A return track from the city to the clifftop, offering great views along Caroline Bay. Starting at the top of the Piazza steps, the trail takes you across the Bay reserve area. Highlights include…
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