Heritage
Greymouth Walks
There are some amazing walks in the immediate Greymouth area and an abundance of walks for all levels of fitness and ability.
All times are approximate.
Point Elizabeth Walkway
Access:
Southern end starts from the end of North Beach Road / Domett Esplanade (approx
6km from the town centre) or from the Northern end at Rapahoe, sign posted from State Highway 6
(approx 12km from Greymouth).
Walking Time:
3 Hours return (4km one way).
Level:
Easy
Features:
An interesting coastal/bush walk with good views and a few sites of historic interest
along the way.
Coronation Domain Walk
Access:
From the Greymouth District Council offices on Tainui Street, turn left onto
Murray Street and then right onto Alexander Street and then left into Kilgour Road.
Walking Time:
5-10 minutes
Level:
Easy
Features:
An easy walk through native forest, with exotic and indigenous species not normally
found in Greymouth, such as Kauri, Pohutukawa, Celery Pine, Macrocarpa and Sycamore.
Kowhai Bush Walk
Access:
From Anzac Park on Cowper Street.
Walking Time:
10 minutes
Level:
Easy
Features:
An easy loop walk through Kowhai Forest, half of which is bounded by the mudflats
of Blaketown Lagoon. Some parts are boardwalks, which follow through estuarine vegetation and unsuspecting
wildlife. Best at high tide.
Grand Jeans Creek Walk
Access:
Reached from Lydia Street or Perotti Park
Walking Time:
15 minutes
Level:
Easy
Features:
An easy walk passing through an area of attractive native bush, ending at rest
area overlooking the picturesque Grand Jeans Creek.
Aorangi Nature Walk
Access:
Located off Marsden Road, 2km South of Greymouth in Aorangi Scenic Reserve. Look
for the small parking area and monument.
Walking Time:
5 minutes
Level:
Easy
Features:
A short easy loop walk through mixed podocarp forest.
Gun Emplacement Walk
Access:
Off Richmond Street Cobden
Walking Time:
10 minutes
Level:
Easy
Features:
A moderate walk with 152 steps leading to the concrete structure where a 5" U.S.
Naval Gun was housed, which provided a clear firing range of the Grey River mouth. Can be achieved
by most walkers, ample resting points provided.
Omotumotu Bush Walk
Access:
Starting from Marsden Road.
Walking Time:
45 minute loop walk, allow additional time to reach look out. (Starting from the
left of the track is the easiest option).
Level:
Moderate
Features:
Omotumotu Bush is the most substantial forest area remaining within the urban
area of Greymouth, with views of regenerating forest from the lookout point.
King Domain Walk
Access:
Starting from Mount Street.
Walking Time:
1½ hours return
Level:
Easy
Features:
A zigzag uphill track to four lookouts. Many potholes, formed by fault action
on the limestone rock are present in the area so please do not stray off the track. Can be wet
underfoot.
Rotary Lookout
Access:
Turn right onto Milton Road from Nelson Street. Viewing platform at the start
of Stirling Drive.
Walking Time:
Level:
Easy if driving to lookout or steep uphill walk
Features:
A stunning lookout over Greymouth towards township.
Floodwall Walk
Access:
From Mawhera Quay
Walking Time:
From 10 minutes to 3 hours
Level:
Easy, well formed path
Features:
The Great Wall of Greymouth protects the town area from flooding by the Grey River.
A variety of walks, from 10 minutes stroll along the Mawhera Quay, to a round trip, taking in the
fishing breakwater and lagoon area.
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