Truman Track

Short forest walk north of Punakaiki ending at cliffs above a wild West Coast beach.

Truman Track is a small walk with a big finish. The path crosses subtropical coastal forest, then opens suddenly to sea cliffs, sculpted rock, and a rough beach that feels much farther from the highway than it is.

Allow about half an hour return, more if the weather is clear and the sea is active. The beach access has changed over time for safety reasons, so treat signs and barriers seriously.

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