Lindis Pass Lookout & Double Peak, Canterbury, New Zealand - Trail Running Directory

Lindis Pass Lookout & Double Peak

Lindis Pass Lookout, Double Peak

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Last Updated: 17th Aug 2026

Beginner - Intermediate

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Grunt Factor: 18 ?

Gnarl Factor: 75 ?

2.4km

Length of run

390m

Total Ascent

390m

Total Descent

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Lindis Pass Lookout & Double Peak, Canterbury

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Type of Run

Back country - remote

Out and Back

Very hilly

Open farmlands

Open ridges/tops

Run Makeup

80%

15%

Easy Single Track

Moderate Single Track

Untracked / Route only

Average Uphill Gradient: +32.60%

Average Downhill Gradient: -32.60%

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Estimated Times to Run

2:00

Slow

0:50

Moderate

0:20

Fast

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Guide

Park at the Lindis Pass Lookout carpark.

Follow the trail to the lookout spot. Behind this is the trail up towards Double Peak. Very steep in places. Follow the fenceline until it ends and then ascend on your right to the two peaks.

Amazing views of the tops. Come back the way you came.

This trail includes the peak Double Peak.

Great views from the top. A steep climb.

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Transport and parking:

Large carpark.

Distance from Lindis Pass:

15 km

Driving time from Lindis Pass:

10 minutes

Dog friendly:

Navigation Rating:

Easy.

Navigation Tips:

Follow the fenceline up and then head towards the summits.

Cellphone Coverage:

Patchy.

Suggested Gear List:

Windproof jacket, First aid kit, Cellphone, Map

Availability of Water:

No water available.

Hazards:

Steep ascent/descent.
Windy on the tops.

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The information provided is a guide only. Conditions, access and hazards can change, so use your own judgement and check current local information before heading out. Make sure the route or location is suitable for your experience, fitness and equipment, and check any access restrictions or permissions that may apply.

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has completed Lindis Pass Lookout & Double Peak once in the last year.

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Trail Reviews

David Hosking

Epic run to see the views around Lindis Pass. Mostly power hiking then scrambling down....We didn't quite make it to top as we were under time pressure but the views at the top of the ridge were sensational in all directions!

David Hosking

December 29, 2025

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