Hike the scenic Coal Creek Track
Greymouth, New Zealand • 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
12°C – 17°C, january in greymouth features pleasant summer weather with average temperatures ranging from 12, high crowds, peak season
12°C – 17°C, january in greymouth features pleasant summer weather with average temperatures ranging from 12, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Not wheelchair accessible; walking and hiking required.
Not wheelchair accessible; walking and hiking required.
Value for money
High
It's free and offers a beautiful, accessible experience.
It's free and offers a beautiful, accessible experience.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Scenic Walk
Couples loved the easy walk through the rainforest to the waterfall.
Romantic Getaway
Perfect for a relaxing, scenic walk. The waterfall views were amazing!
Easy Hike
Couples found the trail manageable and enjoyed the natural beauty together.
Slippery Rocks
Some couples found the rocks near the falls slippery after rainfall.
Crowded Trails
During peak season, couples experienced more crowds than expected.
Bug Bites
Some travelers reported insect bites, so bring repellent.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
open - open
Tuesday
open - open
Wednesday
open - open
Thursday
open - open
Friday
open - open
Saturday
open - open
Sunday
open - open
In-depth experience
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Embark on a scenic virtual tour of Coal Creek Track
Discover the majestic Coal Creek Falls in this enticing video
Explore the magnificent Coal Creek Falls and the scenic track leading to it
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
12-22°C
Summer kicks off, with warm temperatures of 20°C, perfect for beach activities.
Summer kicks off, with warm temperatures of 20°C, perfect for beach activities.
Open
No specific restrictions; however, always check for any trail maintenance updates.
No specific restrictions; however, always check for any trail maintenance updates.
Recommended
December's warm summer weather makes it an attractive time for hiking the Coal Creek Track. However, increased tourist activity may lead to busier trails and higher accommodation prices.
December's warm summer weather makes it an attractive time for hiking the Coal Creek Track. However, increased tourist activity may lead to busier trails and higher accommodation prices.
January
HIGH
12-17°C
January in Greymouth features pleasant summer weather with average temperatures ranging from 12.3°C to 17.1°C. Rainfall is relatively low, averaging 17mm over approximately 5.2 days.
January in Greymouth features pleasant summer weather with average temperatures ranging from 12.3°C to 17.1°C. Rainfall is relatively low, averaging 17mm over approximately 5.2 days.
Open
No specific restrictions; however, increased visitor numbers may lead to busier trails.
No specific restrictions; however, increased visitor numbers may lead to busier trails.
Recommended
January offers warm temperatures and minimal rainfall, making it an excellent time to hike the Coal Creek Track. Be prepared for higher crowd levels and potentially higher accommodation prices due to the peak tourist season.
January offers warm temperatures and minimal rainfall, making it an excellent time to hike the Coal Creek Track. Be prepared for higher crowd levels and potentially higher accommodation prices due to the peak tourist season.
February
HIGH
13-18°C
February continues the summer season with temperatures between 12.5°C and 17.6°C. Rainfall remains low, averaging 14mm over about 4.5 days.
February continues the summer season with temperatures between 12.5°C and 17.6°C. Rainfall remains low, averaging 14mm over about 4.5 days.
Open
No specific restrictions; expect busier trails due to high tourist activity.
No specific restrictions; expect busier trails due to high tourist activity.
Recommended
February's warm and dry conditions are ideal for hiking the Coal Creek Track. Anticipate higher crowd levels and accommodation costs during this peak season.
February's warm and dry conditions are ideal for hiking the Coal Creek Track. Anticipate higher crowd levels and accommodation costs during this peak season.
March
MEDIUM
12-17°C
March marks the transition to autumn with temperatures ranging from 11.7°C to 16.8°C. Rainfall increases slightly, averaging 22mm over approximately 6 days.
March marks the transition to autumn with temperatures ranging from 11.7°C to 16.8°C. Rainfall increases slightly, averaging 22mm over approximately 6 days.
Open
No specific restrictions; trails are less crowded compared to peak months.
No specific restrictions; trails are less crowded compared to peak months.
Recommended
March offers cooler temperatures and slightly increased rainfall, but remains a good time to hike the Coal Creek Track with fewer crowds and more affordable accommodations.
March offers cooler temperatures and slightly increased rainfall, but remains a good time to hike the Coal Creek Track with fewer crowds and more affordable accommodations.
How to get there
Taxi
Recommended
Bike
Car
Walking
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required