What to See and Do.
The region is well known for its abundant unique natural attractions and warm, mild weather.
The Kawatiri Coastal Trail is a Grade 2, family friendly cycling and walking heritage trail and will connect the Buller District towns of Westport and Charleston. This extraordinary West Coast adventure journeys between the mountains to the east and the coastline to the west, with views towards the majestic Paparoa Mountain Range. Comprising of eight gentle sections, the diverse landscapes combine to create a memorable journey across 42 km. Multiple access points, bike hire, and transport options will eventually be available and making it simple to incorporate an overnight stop or two. As a Grade 2, family-friendly cycle trail it is suitable for most ages and abilities. Five consecutive sections of the trail are currently, open between Westport and Ōkari Lagoon Virgin Flat Rd, offering users 28km of Trail (Pūwaha, Kawau, Omau, Tauranga and Ōkari Sections)
The trail can easily be combined with other local adventure activities, and additional cycling and walking trails, including Kawatiri River Trails, Denniston Plateau Trails, West Coast Wilderness Trail, Old Ghost Road, Heaphy Track, Paparoa Track, and Reefton Trails, visitors are spoilt by all the Buller Region has to offer.
https://kawatiricoastaltrail.co.nz/the-trail/
The Northern West Coast includes areas such as:
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THE DENNISTON PLATEAU
The Denniston Plateau is home to one of the richest, high quality coal seams in New Zealand and for decades it was the country's largest producing coal mine. More...
THE OLD GHOST ROAD CYCLE TRACK
The 85km-long Old Ghost Road traverses native forest, open tussock tops, river flats and forgotten valleys, providing days of adventure and huts for mountain bikers and trampers. More...
CHARMING CREEK WALKWAY
Scenery and history combine in this walk along an historic bush tramway, with vistas up and down the Ngakawau Gorge, alongside an unfolding view of the Mangatini Falls. More...
