Maruia Falls Scenic Reserve, Shenandoah 7895, Tasman Region, New Zealand
Easy accessible from the SH65, powerful Maruia Falls is located on the Maruia River, 5 minutes’ walk from the parking. Accompanied by a perfect picnic area, it’s a relaxing stop between Greymouth and Hanmer Springs. This waterfall is included into New Zealand Must See Waterfall’s list.
Maruia Falls is roughly a 2-hours’ drive away from either Greymouth or Hanmer Springs. The road surface is always sealed.
From Hanmer Springs head west on the SH7, then turn right into the SH65 and follow it for the next 60km until you see a sign ‘Maruia Falls’. Turn left onto the official parking, which offers you a beautiful walk as well as a nice picnic area with toilets.
An easy walking 5-minutes’ return walk leads you to the waterfall’s upper lookout platform, then to the waterfall’s base. The track is a wheelchair-friendly walk.
Epic New Zealand Culture & Adventure Route © Monika Newbound
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