Birch Creek access route
Located in Ahuriri Conservation Park in the Canterbury region
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Introduction
This public access route travels along Birch Creek in the Ahuriri valley.2 km
Dog access
A marked public access easement is signposted off Birchwood Road near Birch Creek bridge. Climb over the stile and follow a lightly marked route to reach public conservation land under Birch Hill and Puke Makariri in Ahuriri Conservation Park.
Turn off SH8 onto Birchwood Road, 17 km south of Omarama. The turnoff is signposted for Ahuriri Conservation Park.
Map: NZTopo50 BZ14 Mount Barth
Private property and permissions
This track crosses private land. There is no camping until the conservation area boundary.
Respect the landowner's livestock and property:
- stay on the marked track until you reach the conservation land
- leave gates as you find them
- use stiles where provided
- keep your distance from livestock
Stay safe in the outdoors
- Choose the right trip for you. Learn about the route and make sure you have the skills for it.
- Understand the weather. Check weather forecasts.
- Pack warm clothes and extra food. Check gear lists.
- Share your plans and take ways to get help. Share directly or use the Outdoor Intentions form or Plan My Walk. Take a distress beacon.
- Take care of yourself and each other.
Contacts
| DOC Customer Service Centre | |
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| Phone | 0800 275 362 |
| info@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | DOC offices |