Urban fringe
Point to Point (one way)
Totally/mostly flat
Dog Friendly
Native bush
Riverside
Gravel Road
Easy Single Track
Moderate Single Track
Average Uphill Gradient: +0.1%
Average Downhill Gradient: -0.5%
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3:30
Slow
2:50
Moderate
2:30
Fast
Start at Downs Road on the River Road “Harrs Road”. First 15km is along gravel road until you join the Stop Bank. Run on the Stop Bank until diverting off to a single trail around 20km in through the trees in the Waimakariri River Park.
The trail will take you under the Motorway Bridges where you will rejoin through the Stop Bank again which you follow through to Raven Quay Kaiapoi.
Slight down hill, with no real elevation, this is a flowy trail suitable for beginners and those seeking PB's.
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5 km
9 minutes
Yes
No
Easy.
Perfect throughout.
Long-sleeved thermal top, Seam-sealed waterproof jacket, Beanie/thermal headwear, Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Cellphone
Fastest Known Times (FKTs)
You and Downs Road to Raven Quay
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