The best waterfall hikes and walks in Canterbury
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Last updated: October 19, 2025
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1. View of Akaroa and the Bay – Kowhai Knoll Viewpoint loop from Akaroa
11.3km
04:11
720m
720m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.9
(12)
62
hikers
2. Washpen Falls loop from Whitecliffs
2.55km
00:51
120m
120m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.2
(9)
51
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3. Acland Falls, Peel Forest loop from Tinwald
9.94km
03:06
370m
370m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.0
(7)
47
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4. Emily Falls – Big Tree, Peel Forest loop from Tinwald
15.0km
05:55
1,070m
1,070m
Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.0
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44
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5. Emily Falls loop from Tinwald
9.93km
04:26
930m
930m
Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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