The walking and cycling tracks in the Waimakariri, North Canterbury will take you from the rivers, to the coastline of wide sandy beaches, through townships and to the lush foothill forests nestled below the mountains.
Only 20 minutes north of Christchurch - explore the natural environment of Waimakariri, North Canterbury.
Summer is a great time of year to walk along the sandy beaches that stretch from the mouth of the Waimakariri River to the Ashley/Rakahuri River.
Access the beaches from Woodend, Waikuku and Pines/Kairaki Beaches or Pegasus. Enjoy wandering along the beach, hearing the waves gently breaking on the sand and gazing out at views out across Pegasus Bay to Banks Peninsula. Take a bite to eat or coffee from cafes in Woodend and Pegasus.
Explore the Tuhaitara Coastal Park which borders the Pegasus Bay coastline. The Pegasus Walkway runs the 10.5km length of the Park between Waikuku and Pines/Kairaki Beaches. This is a shared trail for walkers, mountainbikers and horses. The Tutaepatu Trail is a 5km all weather trail for walking and cycling between Woodend Beach and Waikuku.
Download a copy of the Tuhaitara Coastal Park brochure or contact the Kaiapoi i-SITE Visitor Centre.
Experience an adventure playground in the country lifestyle district of Waimakariri, between the mighty Waimakariri River and just beyond it's northern partner, the Ashley River. Along with the walking and cycling tracks there is an abundance of great activities and family fun to be discovered just north of Christchurch. Hire a bike and discover the towns of Kaiapoi and Pegasus.
Keen to meet up with local cyclists? For road bikers and mountain bikers, there is a very active club with members that are out riding the local roads and tracks every week. For more information visit North Canterbury Cycle Club and the members will make you feel very welcome!
The Waimakariri's Walking & Cycling Guide, features over 50 tracks, which are suitable for all levels of fitness.
Contact Kaiapoi i-SITE Visitor Centre for a copy of the guide, or download a copy here: 
Waimakariri Walking & Cycling Guide
The popular Short Walks in Waimakariri: Short Walks in Waimakariri 2012
New for Summer 2012, Family Fun Itineraries featuring foothills walking tracks: Family Fun in Waimakariri 2012
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