Hi Kawatiri Coastal and Heritage Trail — Westport to Charleston . The concept was put together in 2015 after lots of feasibility studies and surveying etc, to build a 55km track from Westport to Charleston. The Provincial Growth Fund of $9.36million went to building this track which is due for completion in 2022
SECTION 1 - Puwaha, Westport to Carters Beach is first of 9 sections to be built , was officially opened on December 6, 2020.
This Trail is 5.5 ks and takes 1.5hrs to walk stretches from the Buller Bridge to Carters Beach. Gives walkers, runners and cyclists a chance to experience unique parts of the local environment. Information panels and shelters along the way provide insights into the history and ecology of the area. The trail winds through local farmlands, an estuary, a bird sanctuary, wetlands and historical sites for both Maori and Pakeha settlers.
Site here has some information on the Kowhai tree and a seat to stop and have a spell.
Cache is a small camo container, waterproof paper log, BYO pen. Please ensure that it is securely returned to its position.