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A short trail that leads to this powerful waterfall.


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Map Key

0.6

Miles

0.9

KM

Point to Point

2,724' 830 m

High

2,439' 743 m

Low

301' 92 m

Up

36' 11 m

Down

11%

Avg Grade (6°)

38%

Max Grade (21°)

Dogs Unknown

Features Birding · River/Creek · Views · Waterfall

Description

The parking lot is located on the north end of Arthur's Pass. If you turn onto Punchbowl Road, you can get to the official parking lot. You'll first cross the river on a stout bridge and then cross the creek. Head up a series of stairs for a quick ascent and then things flatten out. The falls creates a huge amount of mist, and as you approach you'll want a rain jacket unless you need to cool off. Get your pictures and head on back.

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Shared By:

Russell Hobart

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  4.3 from 3 votes

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Trail Rankings

#105

in New Zealand

#10,610

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Temperate rainforests dominate this section of the trail.
Apr 10, 2017 near Hokitika, NZ
Devil's Punchbowl.
Apr 10, 2017 near Hokitika, NZ
Enjoy awesome views as you cross the river.
Apr 10, 2017 near Hokitika, NZ

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Feb 9, 2020
Martin Caspersen
Very easy trail. 0.6mi — 0h 30m
Dec 20, 2018
PJ M
Nov 21, 2018
Greg Vassmer
Sunny with high flow over the falls! 0.6mi
Nov 15, 2017
Kate Meyers
Nov 3, 2017
Drew Herpel
round trip 1.2mi
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