The Western Developments Shared Path project is proposed to improve walking and cycling facilities to connect from Kaikoura township through to new areas of development in the west of the district. This proposal includes the construction of a new off-road shared path, built adjacent to Ludstone Road and will connect the township, schools and businesses to existing and new residential development.

The first stage will connect from an existing footpath on Ludstone Road near Rorrisons Road, and extend through to Mt Fyffe Road, including new connection to a proposed residential development. In addition, improved on-road cycle facilities and crossing points are proposed in the urban area, connecting to and across SH1. A further, future stage proposes extending the shared path from Mt Fyffe Road to Red Swamp Road.

The path will predominately be an unsealed surface, however, areas of paved asphalt will be installed prior to intersections and crossing locations for improved safety. The shared path will run adjacent to Ludstone Road, separated from road traffic.