WalkHidden gem
Pororari River Track
Punakaiki, West Coast
River gorge and nikau palms with a rocky bend a short way up the track.
- Cost
- Free
- Time to allow
- 2 hours
A wide, well-made track follows the Pororari River through limestone bluffs and thick bush. Many people just walk the first hour to the first river bend, which is an easy half-day outing.
Good to know
- Part of the Inland Pack Track loop for longer walkers
- Wear sturdy shoes, sections can be muddy
- Best time
- Morning
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Start near Punakaiki village, small car park
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- No dogs
Facilities
- Toilets
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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