Tag Archives: Tasman Sea

The Winter Blues at Punakaiki’s Pancake Rocks

Posted on July 17, 2017 by coastingnz

When we think of the winter blues we think down in the dumps, the moody blues but for the West Coast when we say the winter blues we mean blue skies and blue seas and some of the most fantastic … Continue reading →

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Dreams Come True – Surfing Nine Mile, West Coast

Posted on March 21, 2017 by coastingnz

Recently we had some guests stay – Bo and Harriett from South Carolina in the USA.  Bo’s dream had always been to surf in New Zealand.  Happy to say that on their recent stay with us that dream became a … Continue reading →

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West Coast Wilderness Trail – Greymouth to Taramakau River

Posted on September 19, 2016 by coastingnz

Possibly one of the greatest recent additions and assets for Greymouth and the Grey District would have to be the West Coast Wilderness Trail.  The trail starts in Greymouth and goes right through to Ross in the south – some … Continue reading →

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Fat Biking Rapahoe Beach, Great Coast Road

Posted on July 1, 2016 by coastingnz

There are lots of great mountain biking opportunities on the West Coast and with the right bike that includes mile after mile of pristine beaches. What’s that song Freddy sings “fat bottom girls you make this rock’n world go round” … Continue reading →

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17 Mile Beach Walk, Great Coast Road

Posted on June 13, 2016 by coastingnz

It’s Sunday morning and we’re in need of a beach walk fix.  I know what you’re thinking – we live on a beach so just head on down – well as much as we love our beach we also love … Continue reading →

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West Coast Sunrise

Posted on March 31, 2016 by coastingnz

Sometimes I have to pinch myself at the beauty of my surroundings…… Seriously not only do we get some amazing sunsets – quite dazzling (thanks Curt!) but we can be blessed with amazing sunrises also. With the Tasman Sea out … Continue reading →

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The Drive Home – Great Coast Road, Westport to Greymouth

Posted on December 11, 2015 by coastingnz

After a recent little breakway to Cape Foulwind near Westport, it was soon time to head for home.  It is a gorgeous drive following State Highway 6 – the coastal route from Westport to Greymouth aka us!  This drive was … Continue reading →

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Cape Foulwind Walkway in the Morning Sunshine

Posted on November 27, 2015 by coastingnz

Cape Foulwind Walkway just south of Westport would have to be one of the premiere coastal walks on the West Coast. It is a wonderful track winding its way along the cliff tops of Cape Foulwind and affording some of … Continue reading →

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Cape Foulwind – Taking the Low Road

Posted on November 24, 2015 by coastingnz

The last couple of times we’ve been up to Cape Foulwind we’ve done the DOC Cape Foulwind walkway but noticed another option down below so this time when we visited…….. well you know us, we just had to check it … Continue reading →

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Great Coast Road Cycle Challenge – Westport to Greymouth

Posted on November 14, 2015 by coastingnz

Today was the annual Great Coast Road Cycle Challenge from Westport to Greymouth. With the weatherman threatening rain, the day started with some high cloud and patchy blue skies – perfect conditions for a cycle race. Stephen headed up the … Continue reading →

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