Mountain Bike Trails in West Coast

Adams Flat Track

Walk to a replica goldminer's hut and the site of the Adams Creek Workings.

Alborns Walk

Walk through old mine workings on this well-graded loop track.

Alex Knob Track

This is a challenging day hike with a reward of the best views of Franz Josef Glacier/Kā Roimata o Hine Hukatere without taking a helicopter flight. In summer, make sure you start your hike early to avoid afternoon cloud.

Alpine Nature Walk

The Alpine Nature Walk in Lewis Pass provides an opportunity to break up a long drive while enjoying spectacular scenery and beech forest.

Arahura and Styx valleys tracks

The Arahura and Styx valleys are popular areas for tramping and hunting. The main access in both valleys is via benched formations constructed during the early gold mining days.

Arnold River Dam Walk

The track passes a hydroelectric power station, a stand of kahikateamiro-rimu forest and views over the dam.

Bain Bay Walk

Walk round Lake Brunner, then dense forest to Bain Bay where there are remains of tramways and other historic equipment.

Ballroom Overhang Track

Experience some of the Paparoa National Park's finest limestone features, including a large limestone outcrop.

Big Rimu Walk

Walk to a spectacular rimu tree, 36 m high and 2 m in diameter, near Karamea.

Big River – Golden Lead Battery

From Big River Hut, follow an old mine ride to Big River Engine House and other historic sites.

Brian O’Lyn Route

A backcountry route that takes you above the bush-line and on to Lake Morgan hut.

Bridle Track

This track, also known as the Denniston bridle path, completed in 1884, makes a pleasant if steep bush walk.

Brunner Mine Site Walk

Explore the fascinating and family-friendly historic Brunner Mine and enjoy the interactive displays.

Buckland Peaks Track

Walk through forest and subalpine scrub to Buckland Peaks for stunning views of the Paparoa Range.

Callaghans Track

This Nelson Creek walk takes you through forest to a view of bush clad valleys, crossing historic tail and water races.

Callery Gorge Walk

Follow the Callery Gorge Walk as it climbs to a high terrace before descending to the Callery River.

Camp Creek Route

A backcountry route to Camp Creek Hut with the option of following a ridge to the summit of Mount Alexander.

Canavans Knob Walk

A short climb with rewarding views of the glacier, mountains and river flats.

Cape Foulwind Walkway

A seal colony, a lighthouse and panoramic views of mountains and coastline feature on this spectacular coastal walkway. With the beach close by as well it's a good option for children. It's also one of our best short walks.

Carew Falls Track

The track winds up through forest to reach a waterfall on Carew Creek. Enjoy the view from sitting on immense water-shaped granite boulders.