Canterbury · Hiking

Dike Loop Track

0.6 mi
loop
421 ft
climb
1,564 ft
high point
Loop
route

Dike Loop Track is a 0.6-mile loop in Canterbury, New Zealand. It runs between about 1,150 ft and 1,560 ft above sea level, with roughly 420 ft of climbing over the route. It is a mountain path with steeper and uneven sections, so wear proper hiking shoes. The nearest town is Duvauchelle, about 4.7 miles east of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Kellers Peak, Lavericks and Le Bons Peak. For camping, Okains Bay and Okains bay campground are within about 6 miles. There are 3 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.

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Conditions and forecast

Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at Dike Loop Track for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.

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