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OSM map layer · LineString
-43.43, 171.56 · rel 19535237
-43.43, 171.56 · rel 19535237
TA08c Rakaia River hazard bypass
62,1 km from Coleridge Village to finish .
Canterbury · -43.43°N ·
171.56°E
62,1km
Distance
multi-day
Climb · estimate
moderate
Difficulty · estimate
linear
Shape
28
views
2
Viewpoints
01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
2× viewpoint
Castle or ruins
Remote
Uncrowded
compiled from map data (OSM) and points of interest along the route — no editorial layer
02 · 3 points along the route
What will you encounter?
2× viewpoint
1× ruins
Rakaia Gorge lookout
viewpoint ·
42 m off route
62,1 km
100%
Lower Gorge Lookout
viewpoint ·
276 m off route
62,1 km
100%
Home Guard Redoubt
ruins ·
329 m off route
62,1 km
100%
03 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
Quarter of the way
Halfway
Three quarters
Finish
04 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
05 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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What hikers experienced
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07 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
TA08c Rakaia River hazard bypass is 62.1 km long.
At an average walking pace, TA08c Rakaia River hazard bypass takes approximately 15h 28min to complete.
No, TA08c Rakaia River hazard bypass is a linear (point-to-point) trail. Plan ahead for return transport.
TA08c Rakaia River hazard bypass starts at Coleridge Village.
TA08c Rakaia River hazard bypass is a strenuous hike requiring excellent fitness and prior hiking experience.
TA08c Rakaia River hazard bypass is maintained and managed by Te Aaraoa.