Cashmere Hill Loop

This short walking circuit provides a good workout for those with limited time, as well as great views over the park.

Start Cashmere Road car park
Finish Same as the starting point
Time 20 minute circuit
Distance 1 km
Toilets Located in the main car park area
Dogs Must be kept on a leash
Description

From the Cashmere car park, take the path uphill through the Seattle Gardens and up above the Gansu and Wuhan Gardens.

From there, follow the path downhill until you reach the intersection with the shared use track and follow this back to the car park

Get ready for this track using Plan My Walk(external link) by the NZ Mountain Safety Council. You can find track alerts, weather forecasts, trip reviews and a packing list, so you are set for your adventure. 

Walking tracks


Shared use


Connecting tracks


Closed


Parking square 100x100

Parking


bus

Bus stop


Toilets

Toilets


water fountain marker

Water fountains


 
Accessible tracks


Punt Tahi pointer 85x125

Challenging feature


Pukeko Tahi pointer 85x125

Entry and exit point


Avon River Rua pointer 85x125

Point of interest



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