Christchurch Coastal Pathway — Ferrymead to Scarborough
Elevation profile
How long it takes
- Easy pace (7:00/km)
- 45 min
- Steady pace (6:00/km)
- 39 min
- Quick pace (5:00/km)
- 33 min
An estimate: the pace on flat ground, plus a little extra time for every metre you climb. Work out your own pace with the pace calculator.
The run
A flat, sealed 6.3 km path along the estuary edge and the coast from Ferrymead Bridge to Scarborough Park at the far end of Sumner. It passes Moncks Bay, where a section is built out over the water, and Rapanui Shag Rock before reaching Sumner Beach. Run it one way, or turn round at the clocktower for about 12.6 km.
Good to know
Dogs must be on a lead, and the path is busy on sunny weekends, so early mornings are easiest. The causeway section towards Redcliffs is exposed and hard going into an easterly. Sumner village, near the end, has cafés and public toilets.
- Parking: Free
- Toilets
- Dogs: On-leash
- Best time: Early AM
FAQs
Where does the Christchurch Coastal Pathway — Ferrymead to Scarborough start?
The route starts at Ferrymead Bridge.
How long is the Christchurch Coastal Pathway — Ferrymead to Scarborough?
6.3 km (point-to-point).
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