Visited Oct 2023. This has to be one of the highlights of our 3 week tour of both North and south Islands. It is a truly amazing spectacle that blew our minds. It is very worth while going right down to the "beach" (which is actually low level rocks at water level) as the phot opportunities are incredible. We visited on a lovely sunny day So can only comment on the water colour in those conditions but, the vivid blue is like the Azure Sea in Greece. It is truly amazing. The walk used to be a round trip, over one swing bridge and along then over a second. However, I believe safety concerns with the older second bridge have forced its closure so it's now a return walk but this doesn't in any way detract from the experience. Believe the photos........ It really is that stunning. And??? It's completely free. To both park and do the walk. If this was in the UK you'd be ripped off for £15 parking then a ridiculous entry free. Well done NZ and the team that keep this Gorge for keeping it as great as it is and free to visit.

We did this on a dull and rainy day but the colours were still spectacular. Don’t stop at the viewing platform-do the walk. We thought it was amazing when we reached the suspension bridge but it just got better and better. It used to be a loop but now ends at the waters edge. It really isn’t a long walk and is easy to do. Absolutely recommend this.

A short walk in rewards you with the most stunning views of the gorge and sky blue water. Well made and labelled paths, free parking and breathtaking views. A must visit and one of our highlights from 3 weeks on the South Island.

Beautiful. Just lovely. We went in mid November. At this time one of the swing bridges was closed so you could not do the loop. Still a lovely walk to the main view and through the area. We went after some rainy days and on a cloudy morning and the water was still an incredible blue color. Maybe not as vibrant as usual, but fantastic. Would highly recommend this short walk and taking a moment to enjoy the views along the way. Bring/wear some sandfly repellent here.

An absolutely stunning walk up to the gorge which was well worth the drive from Greymouth. The whole walk is very well set up and signposted. The walk itself is through beautiful native bush and then across the gorge over a long but sturdy suspension bridge. The colour of the water below sensational. This is another fine example of amazing things to do in New Zealand that are totally free. A must do for anyone on the West Coast.

The walk itself was very enjoyable as well the lookout which was not expected. Final swing bridge not open but you can still go all the way to a lovely lookout and do a return trip, the bridge only prevents it becoming a full loop it doesn’t stop you from accessing the scenery. The water was not that lovely blue when we went, it was a grey green. It is very murky because of the white silt and that’s how it usually gets its turquoise colour on a bright blue day.

Lovely easy bush walk suitable for families with children. Amazing views and photo opportunities. The walk can get really busy and has swing bridges and built paths. Definitely recommend a good spray of insect repellent!

Stunningly beautiful and not too far to walk to. In fact the walk was pretty easy. The suspension bridge is a treat and the colour of the water unsurpassed; such an amazing blue. Toilets at the car park a bonus. Signs in Hokitika itself indicating the route would help. You don’t get them until you’re well clear of town.

Wow what an amazing place. It is well worth the 30 minute detour from the West Coast Highway. The gorge and the turquoise water are beautiful. The trail is well maintained and it’s an easy hike/walk from the parking area to the gorge. It took us about 20 minutes to get to the gorge. I highly recommend visiting this spot. It is fantastic!

This is some of the toughest country on the planet to travel through. We're very fortunate that the time and energy has been put in to this trail to make it so accessible. For a real taste of how tough it is, carry along the main trail up the Hokitika River for a couple of hours and see how far you get. Fast moving side streams, unstable ground, extreme weather changes, and near impenetrable rainforest. You're on the boundary of one of the few remaining true wildernesses in the world.