Oparara Arch Walk

An easy yet breathtaking walk to an impressive limestone arch, one of several short walks in the area.

Where is it?

McCallums Mill Rd, 25km north of Karamea.

Need to know

McCallums Mill Rd is narrow and steep with a gravel surface, so large vehicles and campervans are not permitted. Maximum height restriction of 2.8m. 1080 operation at times, some sections may close. Check alerts.

NO DOGS

TIME AND DISTANCE: Under an hour; 2km return

FITNESS: Basic fitness required

TERRAIN: A Well-formed easy tramping track.

Track Overview

A great little walk for people of all ages. Choose the left track just before you reach the Oparara Bridge and the track will take you along the river, through beech and podocarp forest and then dense native bush, eventually arriving at phenomenal limestone outcrops. In a short time you’ll reach the impressive limestone Oparara Arch, thought to be the largest of its kind inAustralasia. Featuring exquisite shapes and colours, when the light is right, this place is heaven for painters and photographers.

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