Tawhairaunui Trail : Christchurch City Council

This is an easy, picturesque circuit near the Victoria Park Visitor Centre, perfect for the whole family.

Start	Victoria Park Dog Park, Port Hills
Finish	Victoria Park Visitor Centre
Access	Suitable for all-terrain buggies and wheelchair users who are looking for a little bit of a challenge.
Distance	1 km
Time	20 minutes return
Toilets	Located at Victoria Park
Dogs	Must be kept on a leash
Description	From the car park at the dog exercise park, follow the path through a wooded area with boardwalks and two viewing platforms. The second viewing platform is shaded by a large red beech tree – tawhairaunui is its Māori name. Zig-zag up through native plantings to cross Victoria Park Road and head down to finish at the Visitor Centre. The path can become very muddy in winter and after wet weather, so take extra care during this time. Wheelchair users and buggies may need to navigate a few exposed tree roots along the track. 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.