# Marahau and Abel Tasman Coast Track Start

> The southern trailhead of the Abel Tasman Coast Track, which runs past golden beaches and clear coves through native forest.

Source: https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-marahau/

The southern trailhead of the Abel Tasman Coast Track, which runs past golden beaches and clear coves through native forest. Day walks to Coquille Bay and Apple Tree Bay are manageable; huts and campsites on the Great Walk require booking through DOC.

- **Nearest town:** Motueka, New Zealand
- **Category:** Nature & parks
- **GPS:** -41.0030, 173.0100
- **Editor's pick:** ★

## Good to know

**Best time to go:** The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

## Featured in these trip guides

- [From Nelson to Abel Tasman, Takaka and the Top of the South](https://camping-spirit.com/guides/nzw-abel-tasman-golden-bay/)

## Nearby

- [Split Apple Rock](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-split-apple-rock/) – 4 km
- [Kaiteriteri Beach](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-kaiteriteri/) – 5 km
- [Ngārua Caves, Takaka Hill](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-ngarua-caves/) – 10 km
- [Totaranui Campsite](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-totaranui/) – 20 km

## FAQs

### Where is Marahau and Abel Tasman Coast Track Start?

Marahau and Abel Tasman Coast Track Start is in Motueka, New Zealand, at GPS -41.0030, 173.0100.

### Which road trips pass Marahau and Abel Tasman Coast Track Start?

Marahau and Abel Tasman Coast Track Start is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: From Nelson to Abel Tasman, Takaka and the Top of the South.

### What is there to see near Marahau and Abel Tasman Coast Track Start?

Places worth a stop nearby: Split Apple Rock (4 km), Kaiteriteri Beach (5 km), Ngārua Caves, Takaka Hill (10 km) and Totaranui Campsite (20 km).

### When is the best time to visit Marahau and Abel Tasman Coast Track Start?

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