Located in Kahurangi National Park and Karamea area in the West Coast region
2 km return via same track
Stroll through beech and podocarp forest and past limestone outcrops along a well-formed track beside the Ōpārara River. You will reach a magnificent limestone arch, reputed to be the largest one in Australasia.
The track surface is rough and uneven in places and has steep drop offs. Take care when walking this track.
Ōpārara Arch is on McCallums Mill Road, north of Karamea. From Karamea, head north for about 10 km, then turn into McCallums Mill Road and follow this for about 13 km to a car park.
Note, McCallums Mill Road is a narrow and steep gravel road. It is not suitable for large vehicles or campervans.
| Paparoa National Park Visitor Centre | |
| Phone: | +64 3 731 1895 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | paparoavc@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
4294 Coast Road Punakaiki RD 1 Runanga 7873 |
| Postal Address: |
4294 Coast Road Punakaiki RD 1 Runanga 7873 |
| Full office details | |