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Monument Hut, Banks Peninsula

Monument Hut, Banks Peninsula

Monument Hut, Banks Peninsula

This surprising little hut is a relic of the YHA farm hostel network on Banks Peninsula. The hut was built ...   More ▶︎
The Monument

The Monument

A striking volcanic dome behind Purau, popular with climbers.   More ▶︎
View from the Monument Track

View from the Monument Track

Purau, with the Port Hills and Christchurch beyond. Mount Grey is visible in the haze to the left.   More ▶︎
Mt Herbert Walkway

Mt Herbert Walkway

On our way back to Diamond Harbour, looking south along the track to Mt Herbert. Tussock country and farmland, great ...   More ▶︎
Mount Herbert: Western Valley Road approach

Mount Herbert: Western Valley Road approach

A straightforward route along the unconstructed section of the Summit Road to the highest point on Banks Peninsula: Mount Herbert ...   More ▶︎
Port Levy Saddle to Mt Herbert

Port Levy Saddle to Mt Herbert

Wind shorn Totara trees beside the ridge track on the way to Mt Herbert - the high point in the ...   More ▶︎
Mount Herbert / Te Ahu Patiki

Mount Herbert / Te Ahu Patiki

Approaches on all sides lead to highest point on Banks Peninsula (919m).   More ▶︎
Mount Herbert: Gebbies Pass approach

Mount Herbert: Gebbies Pass approach

A lengthy route along the Crater Rim, past the Remarkable Dykes and the Sign of the Packhorse to Mount Herbert ...   More ▶︎
Mount Herbert: Monument Track approach

Mount Herbert: Monument Track approach

A farm trail past an historic hut and a lava dome, up to the summit of Mount Herbert / Te ...   More ▶︎
Mount Herbert Walkway

Mount Herbert Walkway

A straightforward climb from Diamond Harbour over farmland to the highest point on Banks Peninsula: Mount Herbert / Te Ahu ...   More ▶︎
Mount Herbert: Kaituna Valley approach

Mount Herbert: Kaituna Valley approach

A gentle climb to an historic hut, and onward to Mount Herbert / Te Ahu Patiki (919m).   More ▶︎
Te Ara Pātaka

Te Ara Pātaka

This track between Gebbies Pass and Hilltop was once surveyed as part of the Banks Peninsula Summit Road, although never ...   More ▶︎

Mount Herbert: Orton Bradley Park approach

From Charteris Bay, this route leads through Orton Bradley Park to Mount Herbert / Te Ahu Patiki (919m).   More ▶︎
Mount Herbert Shelter

Mount Herbert Shelter

Large open-sided shelter near the summit of Mount Herbert.   More ▶︎
Monument Track (south)

Monument Track (south)

Climb from the head of the Kaituna Valley to Te Ara Pātaka, and the network of tracks running from Purau ...   More ▶︎

Monument Track (south)

Short walk at the head of the Kaituna Valley.   More ▶︎
Monument Track

Monument Track

Monument Track from the Kaituna Valley side.   More ▶︎

Head to Head Walkway

This track is in development on the shores or Whakaraupo / Lyttelton Harbour. When complete, the walkway is planned to ...   More ▶︎
Port Levy Saddle to Rod Donald Hut

Port Levy Saddle to Rod Donald Hut

Short section of Te Ara Pātaka leading to a new hut. Typical walking time is about 1 hour.   More ▶︎
Te Ara Pātaka

Te Ara Pātaka

Easy walking near Port Levy Saddle.   More ▶︎
Remnant forest

Remnant forest

Pockets of tōtara forest near Port Levy Saddle.   More ▶︎
Small tramper

Small tramper

Port Levy Saddle on Te Ara Pātaka.   More ▶︎
Monument Track (south)

Monument Track (south)

Verdant regeneration on this easy Banks Peninsula walk.   More ▶︎
Stile

Stile

Two-year-old negotiating a stile on Te Ara Pātaka.   More ▶︎
Waipuna Saddle

Waipuna Saddle

Wind-shorn tōtara forest and hand-hewn fence posts at Waipuna Saddle.   More ▶︎
Down to Rod Donald Hut

Down to Rod Donald Hut

Dropping off Waipuna Saddle to the hut. Mount Herbert in the background.   More ▶︎
Rod Donald Hut

Rod Donald Hut

Tidy split level hut owned by the Rod Donald Trust and for public use. The hut is located on Te ...   More ▶︎
Old toilet, Rod Donald Hut

Old toilet, Rod Donald Hut

There is a new toilet, and this is not it. If you like the rustic experience or need a plan ...   More ▶︎
Rod Donald Hut

Rod Donald Hut

New hut that servicing Te Ara Pātaka on Banks Peninsula.   More ▶︎
Rod Donald Hut

Rod Donald Hut

Newly opened hut with all the features!   More ▶︎
Rod Donald Hut

Rod Donald Hut

At night, the view down valley takes in the bright lights of Little River village.   More ▶︎
Packhorse Hut Track

Packhorse Hut Track

A gentle climb to the historic "Sign of the Packhorse" hut beneath Mount Bradley on Banks Peninsula. Views of the ...   More ▶︎
Sign of the Packhorse

Sign of the Packhorse

Mount Bradley forms a handsome backdrop to the hut.   More ▶︎
Packhorse Hut

Packhorse Hut

A stone hut perched on a saddle next to Mount Bradley, with commanding views of Lyttelton Harbour. The "Sign of ...   More ▶︎
Sign of the Packhorse

Sign of the Packhorse

Distinctive stone hut located near Mount Bradley.   More ▶︎
Gebbies Pass - Sign of the Packhorse

Gebbies Pass - Sign of the Packhorse

An easy walk in to the historic Sign of the Packhorse Hut on Banks Peninsula. Closed for lambing August-October.   More ▶︎

Ōtamahua Hut

Historic hut on Ōtamahua / Quail Island near Christchurch. This hut is one of the closest huts to Christchurch city, ...   More ▶︎
Remarkable Dykes

Remarkable Dykes

A pair of rock walls that form the boundaries of a crack in the side of the Lyttelton Volcano. The ...   More ▶︎
Pigeon Bay

Pigeon Bay

View of Pigeon Bay from track to Mt Sinclair   More ▶︎
Mt Sinclair

Mt Sinclair

An easy walk through native bush and open spaces with great views over Banks Peninsula   More ▶︎

Crater Rim Walkway: Breeze Col to Livingstone Col

Second section of the Crater Rim Walkway.   More ▶︎
Godley Head Walkway

Godley Head Walkway

A popular coastal walk with sea cliffs and historic military buildings.   More ▶︎

Crater Rim Walkway: Godley Head to Breeze Col

First section of the Crater Rim Walkway.   More ▶︎

Captain Thomas Track

Easy climb from Sumner up to the Christchurch Summit Road.   More ▶︎
Godley Head Walkway

Godley Head Walkway

Godley Head Walkway   More ▶︎

Chalmers Track

Short climb from Lyttelton up onto the Port Hills.   More ▶︎

Major Hornbrook / Crater Rim / Chalmers

From Major Hornbrook head at Somes Road, Lyttelton up to Summit Road then across the Crater Rim, down Chalmers Track ...   More ▶︎

Bridle Path

Short, sharp historic trail between Christchurch and the port of Lyttelton.   More ▶︎
Quail Island

Quail Island

Ever wanted to spend the day in the middle of an old volcano?   More ▶︎

Stan Helms Track

Short Port Hills climb near the Bridle Path.   More ▶︎

Waterfall Track, Sumner

Short connector track, with no waterfall.   More ▶︎

Scarborough Bluffs to Taylors Mistake

Short walk from the valley behind Sumner in Christchurch.   More ▶︎
Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite

Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite

New campsite located at the mouth of Lyttelton Harbour, next to a WWII defence battery installation. From the campsite, several ...   More ▶︎

Jollies Bush

A pleasant loop through a pocket of forest above Sumner.   More ▶︎
Pegasus Bay

Pegasus Bay

Christchurch and Pegasus Bay from the Crater Rim Walkway, near the Mt Pleasant Bluffs.   More ▶︎
Taylor's Mistake - Godley Head Track

Taylor's Mistake - Godley Head Track

The track is new, wide, easy to follow and scenic   More ▶︎
Taylor's Mistake - Godley Head

Taylor's Mistake - Godley Head

The track from Taylor's Mistake to Godley head has been redeveloped and reopened after the earthquake.   More ▶︎
Godley Head

Godley Head

Godley Head

Godley Head

Mount Pleasant / Tauhinukorokio

Short walk to the trig on Mount Pleasant / Tauhinukorokio (499m).   More ▶︎
Taylors Mistake

Taylors Mistake

Dropping into the tiny settlement from Scarborough Bluffs.   More ▶︎
Taylors Mistake

Taylors Mistake