10 October 2026
Low cloud, with the chance of an evening shower. Northeasterlies, strong in exposed places, easing at night.
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1 / 10Banks Peninsula
Middle Spur Track
This 903ha property rises from sea to summit making it a one of a kind landscape set in multiple ecological environments
Distance
6 km
Walking time
1 hour 30 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Dogs
Not allowed
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.
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Middle Spur Track on the map
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Essential information for Middle Spur 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. If you are mountain biking, please check the MTB track status page .
Getting there for Middle Spur Track
Enter the reserve from Bossu Road, Little River. Use this location in google maps to find your way there. You'll need to arrange a car to pick you up either from the end at Te Oka Bay Road , or make the return climb (approximately 2.5 hours) back up the hill to your car.
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 Middle Spur Track
Prohibited
Before you walk Middle Spur 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.