The Top 17 Attractions in the Paparoa Range
There are plenty of places to see and visit in the Paparoa Range. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Paparoa Range is a region where 17
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 18, 2025
Very nice circuit. Interesting to hear the waves beating in the bays.
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The first part to the Swing Bridge can be easily walked even in bad weather. The paths are paved and the route has a beautiful natural roof almost throughout
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With a flashlight you can penetrate relatively far into the interior of the cave.
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It makes sense to wait at the blowholes until a really big wave hits; only then does it become spectacular and the spray shoots up through the blowholes in fountains.
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Beautiful vantage point which is just over 2.5km from the car park on North Beach Road.
The way to Lookout leads through beautiful vegetation and ends with a great view …
The way to Lookout leads through beautiful vegetation and ends with a great view …
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From here, a leisurely 20-minute walk to a viewing point. It can be extended for a hike, for example. b. to the suspension bridge.
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On the Paparoa track, so good for both hiking and mountain biking. A short walk down river will take you to the Inland Pack Track bridge, where there is easy access to the river for paddling and refreshing yourself.
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Beach located on Truman Walk. Here the sea has eroded the rocks.
Be careful, there is a risk of collapse.
Be careful, there is a risk of collapse.
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The location of this 16-bunk hut is increadible. If you plan to stay overnight, don't forget to reserve your spot. For more information look at this website:
doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/west-coast/places/southern-paparoa-range/things-to-do/huts/ces-clark-hut
doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/west-coast/places/southern-paparoa-range/things-to-do/huts/ces-clark-hut
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The remains of the bathhouse (from the coal mining era).
The bathhouse was acquired through union agitation. Before that, miners had to bathe in a tub at home. The bathhouse …
The bathhouse was acquired through union agitation. Before that, miners had to bathe in a tub at home. The bathhouse …
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