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New Brighton

Take a leisurely stroll through the dunes, beach and estuary. Enjoy the New Brighton wetlands and spot native wildlife on this twenty minute loop track. Te karoro karoro offers fantastic views across Redcliffs and back to Ōtautahi, it’s the perfect way to explore with the whole family, before a long relaxing soak.

• Distance: 1.5km
• Time: 20 minutes return
• Start: Rockinghorse Road, Southshore

Wander along the boardwalk, over the salt marshes, and through the pines on the Estuary Edge Walk. Beginning on the boardwalk, the track leads you through a picturesque seaside landscape, complemented by wetlands and the distant mountains. Once off the boardwalk the track leads through pine forest and past South Brighton Park before continuing along the edge of the Avon estuary. The changing landscape is guaranteed to please families, dog owners and adventurers of all ages.

• Distance: 2km
• Time: 30 minutes one way
• Start: intersection of Ebbtide Street and Estuary Road

Make a day of it and explore the Southern Pegasus Bay Track. Follow along  a trail in the crest of the dunes and experience the impressive seaside views leading into winding tree-lined trails. The track has multiple entry and exit points, no roads to cross and an excellent Children's playground at Broad Park, making it easy to adapt to the day’s plans. For more of a challenge start at either the Spencer Park Surf Club or Southshore Spit and walk the whole distance.

• Distance: 14.5km
• Time: 3.5 hours one way
• Start: There’s multiple entrances – Spencer Park Surf Club, Broad Park or Southshore Spit

Feed those hungry tummies with a range of local eateries. Dine in, enjoy fish and chips on the beach, or perhaps a cold ice cream — there are options to please all taste buds.