A transitional shared-use trail along the Avon/Ōtākaro River.
| Start | Cambridge Village Green, corner of Barbadoes Street and Cambridge Terrace |
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| Finish | Pages Road |
| Distance | 11 km |
| Time | 2.5 hours one way |
| Dogs |
Dogs must be leashed on all formed paths and tracks. Prohibited in Cockayne Reserve everywhere except walkway. |
| Description |
This shared-use trail is a transitional walking and biking track along the Avon/Ōtākaro River. The trail is not a dedicated recreation track, although some sections have been developed into the City to Sea Pathway. The rest is a mix of shingle, sealed and closed roads unrepaired since the earthquakes, which have been used to create a trail from the city centre out to New Brighton. Although most of the trail is on closed roads, there is one small section between Gloucester and Torlesse Streets that is on an open road. There are also a number of occasions that require pedestrians and cyclists to crossroads. Where possible, recommended crossings are marked but care should be taken at all times. Along the route, the Avon Ōtākaro Network has installed storyboards to tell the tale of how the environment and the community have been affected by the earthquakes. Also look out for the yellow frames that encourage you to take a photo as part of the #redtogreen re-photography project. (external link) |
Walking tracks
Shared use
Connecting tracks
Closed
Parking
Bus stop
Toilets
Water fountains
Accessible tracks
Challenging feature
Entry and exit point
Point of interest