Walkers at Otukaikino Reserve
Family-friendly walks and tramps in Canterbury
Introduction
Get outdoors with children on these short, interesting walks in Canterbury.-
![Port Levy Saddle to Rod Donald Hut]( "Port Levy Saddle to Rod Donald Hut")
Port Levy Saddle to Rod Donald Hut
This track will will take through beautiful old growth tōtara forest at Waipuna Saddle and on to Rod Donald Hut which you can book for an overnight stay or visit as a day walk.Duration 50 minDifficulty Intermediate -
![Clarke Flat & Te Wanahu Flat tracks]( "Clarke Flat & Te Wanahu Flat tracks")
Clarke Flat & Te Wanahu Flat tracks
Discover a variety of vegetation and a waterfall on these walks - shorter options are suitable for children.Duration Various times up to 3 hrDifficulty Easiest, Easy, Advanced -
![Kaituna Valley Packhorse Hut Track]( "Kaituna Valley Packhorse Hut Track")
Kaituna Valley Packhorse Hut Track
The walk to Packhorse Hut can be enjoyed as a half day walk but is also a great overnight tramp for families with children and new trampers.Duration 1 hr 20 minDifficulty Intermediate -
![Mount Somers Track]( "Mount Somers Track")
Mount Somers Track
The Mount Somers Track provides a number of options, including for kids, for an overnight tramp with impressive rock formations, historic mines and stunning views. It links the popular Pinnacles and Woolshed Creek huts.Duration 2 daysDifficulty Intermediate, Advanced -
![Ōtukaikino Walk]( "Ōtukaikino Walk")
Ōtukaikino Walk
This short, easy track loops around a wetland. Interpretive panels provide information about the wetland and it's inhabitants.Duration 30 minDifficulty Easiest -
![Grey River Nature Trail]( "Grey River Nature Trail")
Grey River Nature Trail
Walk through mixed tawhai/podocarp forest on this short, easy walk - with a picnic area nearby this is a good option for children.Duration 1 hr returnDifficulty Easiest -
![Wooded Gully loop walks]( "Wooded Gully loop walks")
Wooded Gully loop walks
There are numerous options, some suitable for children, for a loop walk from Wooded Gully picnic area.Duration 1 hr return | 2 hr returnDifficulty Easy -
![Aoraki/Mount Cook village short walks]( "Aoraki/Mount Cook village short walks")
PopularAoraki/Mount Cook village short walks
Several walks around the village provide views of Aoraki/Mount Cook and the surrounding native alpine bush - these short, easy options are great for kids.Duration Various times under 4 hrDifficulty Easy -
![Arthur's Pass short walking tracks]( "Arthur's Pass short walking tracks")
Arthur's Pass short walking tracks
These short, easy walks around Arthur's Pass village feature waterfalls, forest or alpine views - they are great options for kids.Duration Various times from 10 minutes to 3 hours returnDifficulty Easiest, Easy -
![Awaroa/Godley Head Loop Track]( "Awaroa/Godley Head Loop Track")
PopularAwaroa/Godley Head Loop Track
This walk has great coastal views and historical WWII remains. These emplacements bring history to life through murals by Wongi Wilson.Duration 3 hrDifficulty Easy
