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Driving Creek Railway

Coromandel, New Zealand

Oddities

A narrow-gauge railway built by a potter to haul clay and plant native trees, which climbs through forest with zigzags and a viaduct to a lookout. Book a ticket in summer. It is a short drive from Coromandel town.

Nearest town
Coromandel, New Zealand
Category
Roadside oddities
GPS
-36.7510, 175.5010

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually March–May and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February, June–August and December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Where is Driving Creek Railway?

Driving Creek Railway is in Coromandel, New Zealand, at GPS -36.7510, 175.5010.

Which road trips pass Driving Creek Railway?

Driving Creek Railway is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: The Coromandel Peninsula loop from Thames to Waihī.

What is there to see near Driving Creek Railway?

Places worth a stop nearby: Cathedral Cove (27 km), Hahei Beach (28 km), New Chums Beach (Wainuiototo) (29 km) and Hot Water Beach (32 km).

When is the best time to visit Driving Creek Railway?

The most pleasant months are usually March–May and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February, June–August and December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)