Coronation Hill remains closed. Find out more on the track status page.
This short circuit starts and finishes at the Sign of the Kiwi and rewards you with views of Lyttelton Harbour and interesting volcanic features.
Port Hills fire
| Start | The Sign of the Kiwi, Dyers Pass Road, Port Hills |
| Finish | Same as the starting point |
| Distance | 1.5 km |
| Time | 45 minutes return. |
| Toilets | Located at the Sign of the Kiwi |
| Dogs | Must be kept on a leash |
| Description |
Start near the steps below the Sign of the Kiwi and pick up the track to the left above Dyers Pass Road. Follow the track as it skirts around scrubby slopes high above Lyttelton Harbour before turning back to the Summit Road near a large gravel car park. Complete the circuit and return to the Sign of the Kiwi by picking up the track to the left that sidles above the Summit Road and ends near the cattle stop by the Sign of the Kiwi car park. Get ready for this track using Plan My Walk(external link) by the NZ Mountain Safety Council. You can find track alerts, weather forecasts, trip reviews and a packing list, so you are set for your adventure. |
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