Trail Description

A flat rail trail across the Canterbury plains towards Banks Peninsula. The old railway route passes Lake Ellesmere and Lake Forsyth rich in birdlife. Wide skies and mountain views make it an easy and popular walk or ride.

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Weather forecast - Little River Rail Trail

Current conditions and a 3-day forecast for Little River Rail Trail.

scattered clouds

6°C

Scattered Clouds

76% Humidity
8 km/h Wind

5-Day Forecast

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Today
Scattered Clouds
6°C
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Tomorrow
Scattered Clouds
7°C
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Sunday
Overcast Clouds
8°C
clear sky
Monday
Clear Sky
6°C
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Tuesday
Overcast Clouds
6°C

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