Bridle Path

1850: Canterbury's first European settlers from Lyttelton to Christchurch. Steep track. Stunning views from city to the Southern Alps and Lyttelton and Banks Peninsula. Several memorial seats, Stone shelter at top commemorates pioneer women of Canterbury

At 5.8 km, this is a comfortable half-day walk for most hikers. At an average walking pace, plan for roughly 1 hour and 17 minutes.

As a linear trail, this route has distinct start and end points. Return transport is worth arranging in advance unless you plan to walk back the same way. Look for the Brdl trail markings to stay on the official route.

A Regional Walking Network (RWN) route, this trail weaves through the regional landscape connecting villages, viewpoints, and countryside.