WaterfallHidden gem
Barrs Falls
Owaka, Otago
A short forest walk to a platform where two small waterfalls meet, just south of Owaka.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 10 min
About 3 km south of Owaka on the Southern Scenic Route, turn into Barr Road and park near the start. The track drops through forest below the road to a platform where two waterfalls meet. It sees far fewer visitors than the big Catlins falls.
Good to know
- Few visitors; peaceful
- Wear grippy shoes
- Getting there
- Short walk from the road end or car park; DOC lists it as 10 mins return (easiest).
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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