West Coast beach section on Heaphy Track before Heaphy Hut

South IslandTasman · West Coast

Heaphy Track

Tussock country, forest and the West Coast shoreline on one continuous route.

78.4 kmOne way
Kahurangi National Park, South Island

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The trail

Kahurangi National Park, South Island

The Heaphy links Golden Bay and Karamea through Kahurangi National Park. Walk the route, or ride during the permitted mountain biking season. Arrange transport between the distant trailheads.

Before you go

  • Mountain biking is permitted only from 1 May to 30 November. Check DOC’s current riding rules.
  • Book huts and campsites well in advance, year-round.

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Check official trail information

Map reference

Heaphy Track area

This point shows the trail area. Use the official trail information to plan your starting point.

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Trail information sourceDepartment of Conservation