Awaroa/Godley Head Loop Track
DOC track · Canterbury
Awaroa/Godley Head Loop Track is a 7.9 km DOC walk in Canterbury with 276 m of climbing and a high point of 191 m.
This dramatic headland sits on top of sheer 120 metre-high cliffs. It offers spectacular views and the chance to explore the historic Godley Head coastal defence battery and Scott's Cabin.
Track stats
| Distance | 7.9 km |
|---|---|
| Time (DOC) | 3 hr |
| Difficulty (DOC) | Easy |
| Track type | Walking Track |
| Elevation gain | 276 m |
| Elevation loss | 252 m |
| Highest point | 191 m |
| Lowest point | 12 m |
| Region | Canterbury |
| Start | -43.58413, 172.77607 |
| End | -43.58501, 172.78370 |
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
Campsites near the track
- Godley Head Campsite (0.2 km from the track)
GPX file
Download the Awaroa/Godley Head Loop Track GPX file (DOC's full track line with elevations) for your GPS or mapping app.
Alerts and conditions
Check current alerts on DOC before you go: tracks close for slips, floods, fire risk and pest control. The DOC page also has access, facilities and safety information.
Nearby DOC tracks
- Mount Pleasant Track (2.5 km away)
- Major Hornbrook Track (4.7 km away)
- Mount Herbert Walkway/Te Ahu Pātiki (6.6 km away)
- Ōtamahua/Quail Island tracks (8.5 km away)
- Hay Scenic Reserve walk (16.4 km away)
Plan it offline in TrailTreks
Plan Awaroa/Godley Head Loop Track in the free TrailTreks: NZ Topo Maps app: LINZ topo maps that work with no signal, DOC huts, tracks and alerts, and mountain weather.