10 October 2026
Low cloud, with the chance of an evening shower. Northeasterlies, strong in exposed places, easing at night.
Loading outdoor place details…
KiwiTools
Search KiwiToolsFind tools, guides and categories in one place.
Loading photo
1 / 5Port Hills
Farm Track
A shared-use track providing a direct route up to the Summit Road for mountain bikers and walkers. There are great views out over the city and Canterbury Plains.
Distance
2.72 km
Walking time
45 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Dogs
On-lead only
Wheelchair access
Not marked friendly
Current status
Alerts and track conditions
No active alerts found. Conditions can still change, so check again before leaving.
Weather outlook
Christchurch forecast
Issued 10 Oct 2026, 4:55 pm
11 October 2026
Mainly fine but isolated afternoon showers. Northeasterlies, easing by evening.
12 October 2026
Fine. Light winds, then northeasterlies developing in the afternoon.
13 October 2026
Fine, but becoming cloudy in the evening. Northwesterlies developing in the morning.
14 October 2026
Rain easing to isolated showers in the afternoon. Southwesterlies developing in the morning.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
Explore the area
Farm Track on the map
See the full route on the map
Explore the track route and surrounding area before you set out.
Essential information for Farm Track
The information about this track is provided by the Christchurch City Council . For updates on track closures, damage or maintenance, check the walking track status page before heading out. Port Hills tracks Some tracks and reserves remain closed due to significant rockfall risk identified after the Canterbury earthquakes in 2011. Specialist contractors may be rolling and deconstructing rocks in these areas. Obey any closure or warning signs. Care should be taken with open tracks as hazards are not always immediately obvious. Hazard indicators include signs of rocks having moved, cracks and slumping of the ground or rock debris at the base of cliffs. Walkers are advised to remain well clear of the tops and bottoms of coastal cliffs, bluffs and rocky outcrops.
Getting there for Farm Track
Parking for this shared use track is provided at the car park at the end of Hillsborough Terrace. Use this location in google maps to find your way there.
Helpful resources
We encourage you to continue gaining the skills and knowledge required for a safe trip. The NZ Mountain Safety Council has lots of free resources and information you can use. These can be accessed via www.mountainsafety.org.nz . We recommend trying these online learning tools: Trip Planning Tramping / field Skills Basic Navigation River Safety Additionally, check out the range of helpful videos available from the NZ Mountain Safety Council YouTube channel
Dog access for Farm Track
On Leash
Before you walk Farm Track
Track information, access and weather can change. Confirm current alerts and land-manager information close to departure, tell someone your plans, and carry equipment appropriate for the route and conditions.