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Walks in the Waimakariri District, North Canterbury

Guides and reviews of short walks and longer hikes in the Waimakariri District, North Canterbury, New Zealand.

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Looking north from the intersection of the Ridge Track and the track to Bob's Bivvy

Mount Thomas Walk in North Canterbury

18 July 2021/0 Comments/in Hiking, Walks in Waimakariri/by Mark

A steep but rewarding climb to the top of Mount Thomas (1,023m), North Canterbury, with an option to loop back via a gully or along a ridge.

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Glentui River Bridge Flood Damage

Flood Damage at Glentui Loop Track

6 June 2021/0 Comments/in Hiking, Walks in Waimakariri/by Mark

Check out photos and video of flood damage to one of Canterbury’s walking tracks following a heavy rain storm in June/May 2021.

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A boy walks through forest at Ashley Gorge

Ashley Gorge Loop Track and Waterfall

1 June 2020/0 Comments/in Hiking, Walks in Waimakariri/by Mark

If you’re looking for a less-than-half-day forest nature walk within a short drive from Christchurch that’s easily accessible, varied and interesting for young children, and offers the reward of a waterfall for those want to add a more challenging extension, then the Ashley Gorge Loop Track ticks a lot of boxes.

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Mark lives in New Zealand with his family and enjoys the outdoors. Occasionally he finds time to write about life in New Zealand from the perspective of a parent.

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