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Ōparara Arch

West Coast · New Zealand

Distance1.1 km (0.7 mi)along the line
Climb61 m (200 ft)51 m (167 ft) down
High point261 m (856 ft)lowest 200 m (656 ft)
DOC's time1 hr returnas DOC publishes it
Walking time22 minone way, moving, our estimate
GradeEasyDOC

Elevation profile

261 m 200 m 0 km1.1 km

Map

Map: LINZ Topo50, Toitū Te Whenua LINZ, CC BY 4.0

Pink: the track. Green dot: the start.

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About the track

Explore 35-million-year-old limestone arch and ancient native forests. This is a true lost world experience that is easy, fascinating, and great for kids.

Ōparara Arch on DOC's website, for track alerts, bookings and closures.