Catlins Forest Park

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Upper McLean Falls; the reward at the end of the short walk through the rain forest in the Catlins on the south island of New Zealand. #nature
Upper McLean Falls; the reward at the end of the short walk through the rain forest in the Catlins on the south island of New Zealand. #nature
The incredible McLean Falls in The Catlins, New Zealand. If you're feeling adventurous you can even climb to the top of the falls and stand on the edge 😮
This is McLean Falls and it's located in the Catlins, one of the most beautiful areas in New Zealand. Mclean Falls is the tallest and perhaps the most spectacular waterfall in this region and officially reaches 22 metres in height, but this just refers to the main drop of the falls from the very top to where it meets its first water pool, it then descends for many more metres over a series of terraces. #green
McLeans Falls (lower) is always worth the walk when exploring the Catlins in New Zealand’s South Island. #waterfall #rainforest

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Croydon Lodge Hotel

Croydon Lodge Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Waimea Street Croydon
The price is CA $131 per night from Feb 14 to Feb 15
CA $131
CA $152 total
Feb 14 - Feb 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Croydon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hokonui Pioneer village ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (252 reviews)
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Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Croydon Lodge Hotel
The Kaka Point Motels

The Kaka Point Motels

4 out of 5
24 Rata Street Kaka Point
The price is CA $123 per night from Mar 14 to Mar 15
CA $123
CA $143 total
Mar 14 - Mar 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaka Point. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tarata St Park and Kaka Point Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (280 reviews)
Clean, comfortable

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

The Kaka Point Motels
Riverlea Motel

Riverlea Motel

3 out of 5
46 Hokonui Drive Gore
The price is CA $158 per night from Feb 14 to Feb 15
CA $158
CA $181 total
Feb 14 - Feb 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Gore. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Gore Historical Museum and Hokonui Moonshine Museum are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
Very modern, clean, ideal temperature lovely bathroom a premium motel short walk to everything with plenty of space. I'd go to Gore just for a meal out in town and a night here.

Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026

Riverlea Motel
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Private Bush Shrouded Seaside Hideaway

Private Bush Shrouded Seaside Hideaway

Kaka Point Kaka Point
Stay at this vacation home in Ahuriri Flat. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Willsher Bay Domain Reserve and Recreational ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (206 reviews)
Great cozy little space. My brother and I spent a couple of very relaxing 2 days there. Everything was very well organized and super clean. Would definitely recommend

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026

Private Bush Shrouded Seaside Hideaway
Serene on Marine, Kaka Point

Serene on Marine, Kaka Point

Kaka Point Otago
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Kaka Point. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Tarata St Park and Kaka ...
10/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
We really enjoyed our stay in Kaka Point. The home was spacious and comfortable with a well-equipped kitchen. It was a little inconvenient not having tap water to drink but we made do. The area is beautiful and convenient for exploring this part of the Catlins.

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

Serene on Marine, Kaka Point
3-Bedroom Family Cottage with Stunning Rural Views in The Catlins

3-Bedroom Family Cottage with Stunning Rural Views in The Catlins

2 out of 5
Owaka
Stay at this vacation home in Owaka. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Teapot World and Catlins Lake are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
We are grateful for the opportunity to stay in the house, it was cosy and warm, as per the description as well as being in a prime location to visit the the catlins. We couldn’t hope for any better.Thanks again.

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

3-Bedroom Family Cottage with Stunning Rural Views in The Catlins
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Popular places to visit

McLean Falls which includes a river or creek, forests and a cascade

McLean Falls

This two-part waterfall is the end-point of an easy walk through varied forest and bush land and one of the most impressive in the Catlins area.

McLean Falls

Cities near Catlins Forest Park

Purakaunui Falls featuring a cascade, forest scenes and a river or creek

Owaka

Matai Falls in the Catlins. Not too far off the road to get to a series of waterfalls. Take some filters for some water motion #TroveOn #nationalpark #traveltherenext #newzealand #catlins @traveltherenext

Chaslands

Owaka featuring a bay or harbour, rugged coastline and surf

Hinahina