Hiking Trails in Punakaiki

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Hiking Trails in Punakaiki

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  • Kathleen W
    7 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    It was worth the short drive from Greymouth while we waited for our train to depart. It is a scenic walk - the blow hole and pancake rocks are great. Grabbing a bite at their new cafe after was a nice treat!
    Written 18 September 2024
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  • Relax32043604577
    Christchurch, New Zealand8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was a stunning & interesting beach, great rock formations etc. definitely worth a visit. Probably have to watch the tides if you want to go too far
    Written 3 October 2024
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  • jjo
    Chicago829 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great hike through a lovely river canyon. There is no real end point as the trail leads to long trails for multi-day hike. Most people hike to either the first or second swinging bridge, which makes for a good moderate hike. At the recommendation of the folks in the park headquarters, we hiked about 20 or 30 minutes past the second swinging bridge and you come to a nice view point (there will be a small wooden fence on the right side of the trail) of an ox bow in the river way below the trail. Also, you can take a different track on the way back,. but that leads to hiking on a gravel road and then along the highway. We thought the trail in was so nice we were happy to hike the same trail on the way out and were happy with that decision.
    Written 20 March 2024
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  • kitsune87
    London, UK477 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Unfortunately I went to visit this cave and it is closed due to a slid in the entrance. Always check the DOC for updates before going.

    " 18 November 2016: Fox River Cave closed
    The Fox River Cave, situated 3.7 km up from the Fox River carpark (12 km north of Punakaiki) has been closed due to a large slip at the cave entrance. "
    Written 23 November 2016
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