Purakaunui Falls, The Catlins

Name: Purakaunui Falls
Address: The Catlins, New Zealand

#2 among attractions in The Catlins

Natural attraction, Top attraction, Park, Waterfall

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The Purakaunui Falls are a cascading three-tiered waterfall on the Purakaunui River, in The Catlins of the southern South Island of New Zealand. As one of very few South Island waterfalls away from the alpine region, it has long been a popular destination and photographic subject. ()

Alternative names: Height: 66 ftElevation: 269 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 46°31'13"S, 169°33'47"E

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Purakaunui Falls – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Papatowai, Owaka.

6 miSW
Locality
Papatowai
153 min walk • Papatowai is a small settlement in the Catlins ward of the Clutha District of the southeastern South Island of New Zealand. The settlement is situated half-way between the cities of Dunedin and Invercargill, on the Pacific coast close to the mouth of the Tahakopa River.
6.8 miNE
Town
Owaka
174 min walk • One of the town's main attractions is the Catlins Coastal Heritage Trail, which winds its way through stunning coastal scenery, native forests, and hidden waterfalls. Visitors can explore the rugged coastline, spot native wildlife such as seals and penguins, and take...