McLean Falls
One of the Catlins' waterfalls with the greatest drop, where a broad curtain of water about 22 metres high pours down from the rock face.
McLean Falls is on the Tahakopa River. The main falls drop about 22 metres, with several small cascades above. From the car park at the end of Rewcastle Road, it takes about 20 minutes one way, following the river valley through tree ferns and native forest. The final section has steps down to the foot of the falls. The round trip takes about 40 minutes and is free. Nearby are the Whistling Frog café and accommodation, and it can be combined with Cathedral Caves on the same day.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Cathedral Caves (Waipati)
- Lake Wilkie
- Florence Hill Lookout
- The Lost Gypsy Gallery
- Matai Falls & Horseshoe Falls
- Purakaunui Falls
- Porpoise Bay
- Curio Bay Petrified Forest