Haast Pass Highway walks
Short walk
Getting there
These walks are signposted on SH 6 south of Haast on the way to Wanaka and Queenstown.
About the area
A diverse region, Haast stretches from Knight's point to the Cascade Valley and inland to the forest-lined Haast Pass. You'll find varied scenery, chances to view wildlife and many recreational opportunities.
Description
Roaring Billy Falls Walk
Time: 30 min
An easy walk along a track lined with tree fern, passing some fine examples of miro, matai and silver beech trees. The broad gravel bed of the haast River is in contrast to the jumble of huge boulders over which the aptly named Roaring Billy cascades.
Pleasant Flat
Time: 5 min
A designated site for overnight camping, this area includes a shelter, toilet and walk through beech forest. There are excellent views of Mt Hooker.
Thunder Creek Falls Walk
Time: 5 min
A walk suitable for wheelchairs, to a view of impressive 28 metre high falls. Like all waterfalls in the haast Valley these are at their best after rainfall.
Fantail Falls Walk
Time: 5 min
An easy walk to an attractive fan-shaped falls. Note the reduced size of the Haast River here compared with its volume at the Roaring Billy Falls walk.
Plan and prepare
What to expect on a short walk:
- Easy walking for up to an hour
- Track is well formed, with an even surface. There may be steps or slopes
- Suitable for people of most abilities and fitness
- Stream and rivers crossings are bridged
- Walking shoes required
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