WalkHidden gem
Poolburn Gorge viaducts and tunnels
Poolburn, Otago
Rail-trail stretch with stone viaducts and tunnels, one of the most scenic bits of the trail.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 2 hours
The old railway line crosses gorges on tall viaducts and passes through short tunnels. You can walk or bike this section on its own. Torches help in the tunnels.
Good to know
- Bring a torch for the tunnels
- Check weather, exposed country
- Best time
- Dry day
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Gravel access, stay on the trail
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.
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