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    Canterbury Walking track

    St James Walkway

    Distance
    66 km one way
    Walking time
    5 days
    Grade group
    Easy
    Route notes

    Department of Conservation

    Distance: 66 km one way

    Walking time: 5 days

    Track grade: Easy

    Article checked 2026-10-08. Confirm current access with the track manager.

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