Truman Track

The Truman Track is a short, easy walking track located north of Punakaiki, in the coastal Paparoa National Park. The track passes through lowland coastal forest of podocarps, rātā trees, and nīkau palms, with dense understorey vegetation. It finishes at the coastline, where there is a viewing platform providing views along the coast, with surrounding cliffs, rock overhangs, and a waterfall that cascades directly onto the beach. The track is 1.4 km long and takes about 30 minutes to complete. The beach is not safe for swimming due to strong and dangerous currents, and rogue waves can occur at any time. Visitors should stay away from the water's edge and not stand under the overhangs or close to the cliff faces, as large rocks can fall and sections can collapse unexpectedly