Best trails in Abel Tasman National Park
Abel Tasman National Park has stunning golden beaches, beautiful native forests, granite cliffs, small islands, lagoons, caves, rocky headlands, lookouts with great views, and plentiful wildlife. It’s home to the famous Abel Tasman Coast Track Great Walk, with numerous campsites and huts along the way. Trampers can combine hiking with kayaking and water taxis to explore the park.
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- 4.8 (1288)·Moderate·7.9 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis track is part of the Abel Tasman Coast Track Great Walk(North to South) in Abel Tasman National Park. This section takes you from Anchorage Hut & Campsite to Marahau. It's a beautiful walk through the coastal forest with stunning golden sand beaches and lookouts. The signage is well-marked, and you can take the side trails to the waterfront to explore the little coves along the way. A car park with a public toilet is available at the end of the track. Please note that all huts and...
- 4.8 (467)·Moderate·7.2 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis beautiful walk follows a short part of Abel Tasman Coast Track Great Walk with spectacular views and beaches. It takes you along the shoreline from Marahau to Apple Tree Campsite. The signage is well-marked, and you can take the side trails to the waterfront to explore the little coves along the way. A car park with a public toilet is available at the trailhead. Please note that bookings in advance are required to stay at all campsites on this track.
- 4.8 (442)·Hard·10.2 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrThis beautiful walk follows a short part of Abel Tasman Coast Track Great Walk with spectacular views and beaches. It takes you along the shoreline from Marahau to Yellow Point. The signage is well-marked, and you can take the side trails to the waterfront to explore the little coves along the way. A car park with a public toilet is available at the trailhead. Please note that bookings in advance are required to stay at all campsites on this track.
- 4.8 (568)·Moderate·7.6 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis track is part of the Abel Tasman Coast Track Great Walk (North to South) in Abel Tasman National Park. This section takes you from Bark Bay to Anchorage. The track starts from Bark Bay Hut & Campsite and ends at Anchorage Hut & Campsite. You can comfortably complete this section with an overnight stopover at Torrent Bay Village Campsite. All huts and campsites must be booked in advance. More information about fees and bookings is available at...
- 4.7 (435)·Hard·15.3 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrThis track is part of the Abel Tasman Coast Track Great Walk located in Abel Tasman National Park. This section takes you from Bark Bay to Marahau with stops at Cleopatras Pool and Yellow Point Lookout. It's a beautiful walk through the coastal forest with stunning golden sand beaches and lookouts. All elevation climbs are gradual. There are plenty of Wekas along the trail. Please note that all huts and campsites must be booked in advance. More information about fees and bookings is...
- 4.7 (247)·Moderate·8.5 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrGolden sand beaches and lush coastal forests set the stage for the Abel Tasman Coast Track, one of New Zealand’s most iconic multi-day tramping experiences. This journey follows the edge of the Tasman Bay, weaving through a landscape where the turquoise sea constantly peeks through the canopy. This initial segment, Day 1, leads you from the gateway settlement of Marahau to the sheltered shores of Anchorage. The path is well-formed and generally wide, offering a gentle introduction to the...
- 4.8 (244)·Moderate·8.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrGolden beaches and native bush continue to showcase the best of the Tasman district on this stunning leg of the journey. As you progress into Day 2 of the Abel Tasman Coast Track, the journey moves from the sheltered haven of Anchorage to the picturesque Bark Bay. This segment is famous for its tidal crossings and lush forest detours, offering a bit of variety for those looking to experience the park’s unique coastal geography. The scenery on this stretch is nothing short of spectacular,...
- 4.8 (189)·Hard·12.6 mi·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrThis track follows the Abel Tasman Coast Track Great Walk located in Abel Tasman National Park and takes you through native lush forest with beautiful views to the beautiful, golden sand Observation Beach where you can stay overnight at the local campsite. Please note that all huts and campsites must be booked in advance. More information about fees and bookings is available at https://bookings.doc.govt.nz/Web/Default.aspx#!greatwalk-result
- 4.8 (267)·Hard·39.3 mi·Est. 19–21 hrGolden beaches, turquoise waters, and lush coastal forests define the Abel Tasman Coast Track, a world-renowned Great Walk on the northern shores of the South Island. This point-to-point journey typically spans three to five days, stretching between Marahau in the south and Wainui in the north. Because of the convenient water taxi services that operate along the coastline, you'll have the flexibility to walk the full length or choose specific sections to explore. The scenery is a stunning...
- 4.7 (201)·Hard·16.8 mi·Est. 8–9 hrThis beautiful track follows a short part of Abel Tasman Coast Track Great Walk with spectacular views and beaches. It takes you along the shoreline from Marahau to Yellow Point and Cleopatras Pool (natural rockpools by the Torrent River) located in the Abel Tasman National Park. The signage is well-marked, and you can take the side trails to the waterfront to explore the little coves along the way. A car park with a public toilet is available at the trailhead. You can comfortably complete...
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Points of interest
- Bark Bay Falls
- Onetahuti
- Skinner Point
- Wainui Falls
- Torrent Bay View
- Falls River Suspension Bridge
- Anchorage Hut
- Torrent Bay Village Campsite
- Yellow Point Lookout
- Skinner Point
- Anapai Bay Campsite
- Mutton Cove Campsite
- Whariwharangi Bay Campsite
- Whariwharangi Hut
- Stu's Lookout
- Goat Bay Campsite
- look out
- Starlight Cave
- Separation Point
- Medlands Beach
