Akaroa Head Scenic Reserve walk
DOC track · Canterbury
Akaroa Head Scenic Reserve walk is a 0.5 km DOC walk in Canterbury with 21 m of climbing and a high point of 81 m.
Easily accessed from Akaroa with a 4WD, this short walk includes the relics of a rich history, dramatic views and stunning wildlife.
Track stats
| Distance | 0.5 km |
|---|---|
| Time (DOC) | 40 min return |
| Difficulty (DOC) | Easy |
| Track type | Walking Track |
| Elevation gain | 21 m |
| Elevation loss | 49 m |
| Highest point | 81 m |
| Lowest point | 24 m |
| Region | Canterbury |
| Start | -43.88963, 172.97862 |
| End | -43.88666, 172.98040 |
Distance, elevation and the profile are worked out by TrailTreks from DOC's track line and the LINZ 8 m elevation model, from the start marker on the map. Time and difficulty are DOC's.
Elevation profile
GPX file
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Alerts and conditions
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Nearby DOC tracks
- Nīkau Palm Gully Scenic Reserve walk (2.8 km away)
- Tutakakahikura Scenic Reserve Track (4.0 km away)
- Ellangowan Scenic Reserve Track (11.1 km away)
- Saddle Hill Summit Track (14.0 km away)
- Ōtepatotu Scenic Reserve walk (15.6 km away)
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