Waimakariri is a braided river, a very special river environment, and a home for some of our rarest birds. Check out the BRaid website, which explains in more detail the special ecology of our braided rivers and how we can protect it. Around 7 – 8 hrs.
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-43.44, 172.55 · rel 13398061
-43.44, 172.55 · rel 13398061
C360e Waimakariri Braids
19,6 km from Whites Crossing to Mcleans Island Park through urban area.
Whites Crossing
→
Mcleans Island Park
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19,6km
Distance
demanding
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01 · Character of the route
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Urban Area
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02 · The story
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03 · 1 point along the route
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1× monument
War memorial
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05 · Intersecting routes
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06 · From the trail
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08 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
C360e Waimakariri Braids is 19.6 km long.
At an average walking pace, C360e Waimakariri Braids takes approximately 4h 53min to complete.
No, C360e Waimakariri Braids is a linear (point-to-point) trail. It runs from Whites Crossing to Mcleans Island Park. Plan ahead for return transport.
C360e Waimakariri Braids starts at Whites Crossing.
C360e Waimakariri Braids is a challenging hike that requires a good level of fitness.
C360e Waimakariri Braids is maintained and managed by Christchurch 360 Trail.