Vivian Falls
New Zealand

A short walk through native bush to a beautiful waterfall in the Harker Reserve.

Last updated: January 30, 2026
Distance 2.21 km
Elevation +53m
Loss -68m
Duration 1 h
Climb Easy
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Harker Reserve Track

1h 2.2km

A pleasant walk through regenerating bush in the Harker Reserve, leading to the base of Vivian Falls.

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Drive to Falls

2m

You can drive directly to the falls via a detour, parking right next to the waterfall without needing to hike.

Transport & Parking

Main Entrance Parking ADirect Access Parking B
Parking Tip

Two entrances available. Miller Rd provides direct access to the falls; Bridge Rd is the main trailhead.

Environment

Track winds through regenerating native bush, providing good shade coverage.

The base of the waterfall is misty and rocks can be slippery.

Our Story

This was the first distant trip w took after buying our car. Since we hadn’t insured the car yet and were afraid of theft, we didn’t park at the first parking lot but drove closer to the waterfall. However, we didn’t know where the waterfall was, so we walked towards Parking A. We walked almost to the end without seeing the waterfall, only to find out from someone else that it was right where we had parked!

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