10 October 2026
Low cloud, with the chance of an evening shower. Northeasterlies, strong in exposed places, easing at night.
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Gorge Track
Connect with the Farm Track, Dry Bush Track or Dry Ridge Track to make an interesting loop with a variety of terrain and vegetation.
Distance
3.13 km
Walking time
1 hour return
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
Gorge Track on the map
See the full route on the map
Explore the track route and surrounding area before you set out.
Essential preparation for Gorge Track
At the start of this track there is a small footbridge before the gorge and a diversion heads up hill at this point to traverse above the cliffs through the pine forest. It then drops down to meet the old track and follows the stream to come out onto open farmland. Beyond this point it meets a track intersection where you can continue along the Dry Bush Track or take a left turn up to the Farm Track to make an interesting loop.
Dog access for Gorge Track
On Leash
Before you walk Gorge 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.