Ridge Track
Canterbury, New Zealand
Out-and-back trail in Canterbury, New Zealand. Hiking.
- Distance
- 4.3 mi (7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,886 ft (575 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 20 min
- High point
- 3,369 ft (1,027 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint 4.3 mi (7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Ridge Track
How long is Ridge Track?
Ridge Track is 4.3 mi (7 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 20 min. It climbs 1,886 ft (575 m) in total, up to a high point of 3,369 ft (1,027 m).
How hard is Ridge Track?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Ridge Track?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Ridge Track?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Ridge Track shaded?
Mostly shaded (89% under trees).
What can you do on Ridge Track?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Ridge Track?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Forrest Track Canterbury · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.2 km)
- Saddle Track Canterbury · Moderate · 2.8 mi (4.5 km)
- Blowhard Track Canterbury · Expert · 9.5 mi (15.3 km)
- (track to Garry River) Canterbury · Moderate · 1.7 mi (2.7 km)
- Whare Route Canterbury · Hard · 4.8 mi (7.7 km)
- Bob's Camp Route Canterbury · Hard · 5.7 mi (9.2 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap