Punakaiki Pancake Rocks

West Coast
All year round

Explore a limestone landscape of pancake-shaped rock formations, blowholes and surge pools on this short, paved walk that’s great for children.

This is an all-weather walk around the curious limestone formations of pancake rocks and blowholes. With the exception of an optional short section with steps, the walk is suitable for wheelchairs (with assistance). Spectacular views, geological oddities, coastal forest, rich birdlife and marine mammals are highlights along this walk.

Cost?

Free

For more info visit:

Punakaiki Pancake Rocks

Address

State Highway 6
Paparoa National Park
Punakaiki

Contact

03 731 1895

paparoavc@doc.govt.nz

ACCESSIBILITY

General

Wheelchair friendly for most of the walk. Because the return track suddenly emerges on the highway make sure children are not running ahead. Keep to the formed path and don't go beyond safety barriers. A lifebelt near Sudden Sound Blowhole is a reminder that it's very dangerous to stray from the track and to take special care of children.

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