Purakaunui Falls Road

A half gravel and half tarmac road making its way through open farmland, sections of native bush and comes out at Catlins Lake. An interesting alternative to the Papatowai Highway when linked up with Puaho Road.

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Route Information

Access period

The road is open all year but can subject to snow through winter

Access Permission

No permission required, public road

Access Cost

No cost, free to the public

Grade

Grade 1

Terrain

Well maintained gravel road

Distance

8.58 km

Timeframe

Actual riding time one way approximately 10 to 15 minutes depending on riding style

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General Facilities

Toilet facilities

No toilet facilities along this road

Rubbish disposal

Not serviced for rubbish, please take ALL rubbish with you on departure

Cautions and Safety Information

Weather

The weather can turn very quickly in this area. Both night time and daytime temperatures can plummet without warning, make sure you are well prepared with the correct gear. Unscheduled rain can appear and come down with force, rivers can then rise to impassable levels within minutes. Snow is often a regular occurrence in winter time and can also occur in any season

Weather report

Weather report

Sandflies

Sandflies can be present in low numbers, insect repellent is recommended