Kawatiri River Trail
Kawatiri River Trail
4.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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4.5
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Shelley M
Albany, New Zealand916 contributions
Jul 2020
Walked the track beside the Buller river and came out at the main road, then walked to the end of Palmerston street near the yacht club and did a few trails there also. Great if you have a bike as there are alot of tracks to choose from. Lovely area and great views of beach. Tracks are in good condition too which makes you want to go further. Really enjoyed.
Written 18 July 2020
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Richard N
Westport, New Zealand60 contributions
Dec 2017 • Friends
8 km of dual-use biking/walking trail linking the town of Westport to North Beach through wetland, riverside, native forest and past a small beach on the Buller Kawatiri River and on to the Tasman Sea at North Beach. Offers a variety of scenery, close-ups of wildlife, as well as history.
Written 6 December 2017
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KateNolanNZ
Palmerston North, New Zealand2 contributions
Dec 2017 • Friends
I did this as a novice off road cyclist and loved it. An amazing mix of wetland, native bush, coastal vistas and river views. Great for bird watchers. This township has a fascinating history.
Written 10 December 2017
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triny_bop
214 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
I walked the lagoon part in the city. It was nice enough but I wish I’d had my bike to go all the way to cape foulwind, the signage needs to be a lot better, hence the 3 stars! Otherwise a 5/5.
Written 22 November 2023
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Helena
14 contributions
Mar 2021 • Family
We had relaxing walk. The trails are numerous. We were left wondering which path to take. The paths and trails are not signposted that well.
Written 4 April 2021
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NewZealandCarver
New Zealand406 contributions
Jun 2018 • Couples
This walkway - mainly created by volunteers is a short walk from Wesport town (near the port area). Wonderful wide, accessible pathway over boardwalk/bridges. Very tranquil and very popular with walkers, cyclists, mums with prams etc. Excellent views of wetlands, birds etc. It's nice too have such a wonderful facility so near to a town and full marks to those who created and maintain it. Well done.
Written 7 July 2018
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Robert P
Aberdeen, UK17 contributions
Dec 2017 • Couples
good opportunity to see and visit interesting parts of the Westport area that you would not otherwise see. Easy walking around the coastal areas and parts of the town.
Written 6 March 2018
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Titirangifamilyof6
Auckland, New Zealand46 contributions
Jan 2021 • Couples
Have really enjoyed a number of the bike trails. The new section out to Carters Beach was fab, esp loved the awesome boardwalk sections.
Written 6 January 2021
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arthur l
Christchurch, New Zealand8 contributions
Mar 2019
We spent 2 afternoons on the trail in westport during our recent trip.
The weather was mild & we were impressed by the efforts of the local people in forming these walkways as there are several variations to explore
The weather was mild & we were impressed by the efforts of the local people in forming these walkways as there are several variations to explore
Written 14 April 2019
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ShazNz
Auckland, New Zealand22 contributions
Mar 2022
Really enjoyed this easy walk. A free activity. Fun to watch the harbour entrance activity. Would do this again
Written 5 March 2022
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Is this trail runnable from Westport town accomodation? Or realistically need to drive to it and run it?
Thanks, Rachel.
Written 20 February 2020
Hi there, where do I find the start of this trail? And how long does the return trip take if walking? Thanks.
Written 21 March 2018
Best place to pick up the trail is at the harbour basin alongside the fishing-boats. The bridge and boardwalk extends across wetland from here and you can choose several options that lead you to Shingle beach and oneard to North Beach. You can do anything from a 20 minute loop up to a 2 hour return journey taking in most/all the tracks. More track passes alongside the river between Buller Bridge and the railway yards. The vision is to connect these all up. Watch this space.
Written 6 May 2018
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