10 October 2026
Cloud about the tops, and a few showers, turning to rain this evening.
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1 / 24Paparoa National Park
Truman Track
Descend through unspoiled rainforest to look out over a wild West Coast coastline. There’s a waterfall tumbling to the beach below.
Distance
1.4 km
Walking time
30 min return
Difficulty
Easiest
Dogs
Not allowed
Wheelchair access
Not marked friendly
Current status
Alerts and track conditions
No active alerts found. Conditions can still change, so check again before leaving.
Weather outlook
Paparoa National Park forecast
Issued 10 Oct 2026, 9:23 pm
11 October 2026
Showers, becoming few and far between in the afternoon, then clearing in the evening, but cloud remaining about the terrain.
12 October 2026
Mainly fine, isolated showers at night.
13 October 2026
Showers clearing.
14 October 2026
Heavy rain.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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Truman Track on the map
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Explore the track route and surrounding area before you set out.
Essential information for Truman Track
Take care as rockfall risk is present. Do not linger under the rock overhangs. High or rough tides might make the beach inaccessible or dangerous. No dogs are allowed
Getting there for Truman Track
The start of the track is off SH 6, 2 km north of Punakaiki. Use this location in Google Maps to find your way there.
Helpful resources
We encourage you to continue gaining the skills and knowledge required for a safe trip. The NZ Mountain Safety Council has lots of free resources and information you can use. These can be accessed via www.mountainsafety.org.nz . We recommend trying these online learning tools: Trip Planning Tramping / field Skills Basic Navigation River Safety Additionally, check out the range of helpful videos available from the NZ Mountain Safety Council YouTube channel .
Dog access for Truman Track
No dogs.
Before you walk Truman Track
Track information, access and weather can change. Confirm current alerts and land-manager information close to departure, tell someone your plans, and carry equipment appropriate for the route and conditions.