Croesus Track, Roaring Meg Ecological Area

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The Croesus Track offers some of the best scenery the Paparoa Range has to offer, with stunning panoramas across old gold-mining country.

If you’re into a relatively easy overnighter with a combination of bush and tops travel then you’ll be in for a real treat.

Ces Clark Hut has 16 bunks and heating and makes for a memorable overnight experience. A number of side trips provide potential for longer excursions in the area.

Distance
20.4km
Grade
Easy
Area
Roaring Meg Ecological Area, Greymouth
Time
Two days
Accom.
Ces Clark Hut (serviced, 16 bunks)
Access
A signposted access road begins at Blackball, on the northern side of the Grey Valley, and climbs to the car park and track at Smoke Ho.
Map
BT19, BT20

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Alistair Hall

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