Pororari River Track
The Track
The Pororari River Track starts at the bridge crossing the Pororari River, one kilometre north of the DoC Visitor Centre. Car parking is available at the bridge.
The track follows the Pororari River upstream into the Paparoa National Park. The lower section of the track passes through the Pororari River Gorge - a valley lined on both sides by dramatic limestone cliffs and bluffs towering over the gorge and river.
The track passes through a dense sub-tropical forest of coastal broadleaf plants, nikau palms, tree ferns and towering rata. 15 minutes walk from the bridge is a picnic spot and popular swimming hole during the warmer summer months.
Birdlife
Bird life on the Pororari River Track includes native Weka, a large, brown flightless bird that has a famously feisty and curious personality. Also Tomtits, New Zealand Bush Robins, native Pigeons, Tuis and Bellbirds.
At the end of the gorge, the middle section of the track emerges onto the open Pororari River flats where it intersects with the Inland Pack Track. The Pororari River Track continues across the flatter terrain, following the river until the upper section enters another valley.
Time
Suitable footwear should be worn to complete the track. To complete the walk you should allow 2.5 hours return, however, if you're just out for a short walk, the lower section is very enjoyable for a stroll to stretch the legs.Home | Accommodation facilities | Wining and dining | Things to do | Tramping and Hiking | Kayaking | Horse Trekking| Sunsets | Fishing | Photography | Cave Rafting | Knife Making | Cottage Details | Tariffs | Contact us | Links | Trip Reviews
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