Walk through lush native bush before emerging to the sight of the Coal Creek Falls. Observe from above, or follow the steps down to the water's edge to get up close and personal.
About
Enjoy the lovely bush walk down to the impressive Coal Creek Falls. A nice place to cool off with a swim in the hot summer months.
Coal Creek Falls
- Time: 1 hr return
- Distance: 3.6 km return via the same track
The path gently descends down to the Coal Creek valley though a mixed beech-podocarp forest. The pool below the falls is a nice place to cool off with a swim in the hot summer months. Take particular care to look out for underwater rocks and logs before jumping in.
Getting there: From Greymouth follow SH6 northeast for 8 km to Runanga. Turn right down Seddon Street and right into Ballance Street. There is a carpark at the end of Ballance Street.
Location
40 Ballance Street, Cobden, Runanga 7803Related listings
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