Best trails in Runanga, West Coast
Explore the most popular trails near Runanga with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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Top trails (3)
Punakaiki Pancake Rocks Loop
#1 - Punakaiki Pancake Rocks Loop
Paparoa National Parkeasy
(66)
(66)Length: 0.6 mi • Est. 16 m
A popular picturesque paved stroll to the Punakaiki "pancake" rocks and a surge pool with interesting interpretive signage along the way.
Accessibility: The trail surface is paved and typically at least three feet wide. The grade is mostly gentle (all estimated 5% or less except for steep 10% sections at about 0.4 and 0.5 miles when going counterclockwise). Some of the viewpoints require staircases for access.Show more
Pororari River Track
#2 - Pororari River Track
Paparoa National Parkmoderate(44)
(44)Length: 4.3 mi • Est. 2 h 12 m
Nice and easy walk by a river showcasing a beautiful coastal rainforest and amazing limestone formations.
https://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/west-coast/places/paparoa-national-park/things-to-do/tracks/pororari-river-tracks/Show more
Pororari River and Inland Pack Track
#3 - Pororari River and Inland Pack Track
Paparoa National Parkhard(3)
(3)Length: 30.3 mi • Est. Multi-day
Wade down limestone canyons and spend a night camped under a giant rock shelter in the west coast forest. Show more